Washington boater education information

Washington currently requires a boater education card from anyone born after Dec. 31, 1954, who operates a personal watercraft or boat of 15 hp or more in Washington.

Additionally, many insurance agencies offer a boat insurance discount for all boaters who have taken a boating safety course.

Washington boating license updates

Washington does not currently require a boating license.

To get the most recent information on Washington’s Boating Laws and Boating education courses, visit this Washington state department website.

To explore other state’s requirements, return to the main Boater Education Requirements by State page.

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