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Anyone operating a vessel on District of Columbia waterways is required to have a Boating Safety Certificate. BOATERexam.com® is a delegated provider for the District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department, Harbor Patrol.
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Who needs the DC Boater Card?
The District of Columbia Harbor Patrol currently has a mandatory education requirement that requires all boaters on District of Columbia waters to carry a Boating Safety Certificate with them while they are on the water.
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Below are some common questions about safe boating rules & regulations.
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How much does the boat safety course cost?
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What is the "Certificate of Completion"?
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What is the District of Columbia Boating Safety Certificate?
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The Boating Safety Certificate is proof that you have successfully completed all the education requirements. The Boating Safety Certificate will arrive within 8-10 business days after you complete all certification requirements.
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I do not have a driver's license. Can I still get the District of Columbia boater license?
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How can I get my District of Columbia boating license?
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You can obtain your District of Columbia boater license in 4 easy steps:
- Pay the one-time fee of $34.95 – free unlimited retries of the final exam
- Study the District of Columbia Boating Safety Course
- Take the District of Columbia online boating exam
- Print off your Certificate of Completion immediately, and receive your permanent District of Columbia Boating Safety Certificate in the mail within 8-10 business days
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How long is the boat safety course and boater license good for?
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Is anyone exempt from obtaining the District of Columbia boating license?
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