Virginia boater education information
Virginia currently requires a boater education card from anyone who operates a personal watercraft and anyone under 46 years old who operates a motorboat in Virginia.
Additionally, many insurance agencies offer a boat insurance discount for all boaters who have taken a boating safety course.
Virginia boating license updates
Virginia does not currently require a boating license.
To get the most recent information on Virginia’s Boating Laws and Boating education courses, visit this Virginia state department website.
To explore other state’s requirements, return to the main Boater Education Requirements by State page.
