Q. What is the North Carolina Boating License?
A. Many boaters use the term North Carolina Boating License when referring to their Boater Education Card.
The North Carolina Boater Education Card is NOT a boating license. Unlike a driver's license, your Boater Education Card cannot be revoked and is good for life.
Q. I do not have a driver's license. Can I still get the North Carolina Boater License?
A.If you do not have a North Carolina driver's license you will still be able to get your Boater License.
Q. Who needs an North Carolina boater license?
A.. A North Carolina Boating License is required for anyone under the age of 26 who operates a powered watercraft of 10hp or over on state waters. For more information on boat license requirements, consult the
North Carolina boating laws and regulations.
Q. How long is the boat safety course and boater license good for?
A. The boater license is good for life.
Q. How much does the boat safety course cost?
A. There is a one-time fee of $29.95, paid once you have passed the online boat license test. You only pay when you pass!
Q. Is there a time limit for the boat safety course or boat license test?
A. You can take the boat safety course at any time, day or night. There is no time limit to take the course or to pass the test.
Q.What do I need to pass the boat license test?
A. You need a grade of 80% or higher on the boat license test to pass. That means 48 correct answers out of 60.
Q. Can I review my Boater Exam answers?
A. Yes, once you have completed the boat license test and submitted all your answers they are graded immediately. You have the opportunity to review all your Boater Exam answers, whether you have passed or failed the Boater Exam.
Q. Are there Boater Exam practice tests or sample boater exam questions available?
A. Throughout the boat safety course, you can take end-of-chapter-quizzes that prepare you for the final exam. These chapter quizzes are short boater exam practice tests that cover the same topics that are present in the boat license test.
Q. Is anyone exempt from obtaining the North Carolina Boater License?
A. Yes, there are certain exemptions from the boat safety education requirement. For more information, check out the North Carolina Boating Laws page.
Q. What are the technical requirements for the online boating safety course and boat license test?
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