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Below are some common questions about safe boating rules & regulations.
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I do not have a driver's license. Can I still get the Iowa boater license?
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How can I get my Iowa boating license?
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You can obtain your Iowa boater license in 4 easy steps:
- Pay the one-time fee of $34.95 – free unlimited retries of the final exam
- Study the Iowa Boating Safety Course, and pass the final exam
- Pay the $5.00 state fee for the card only after you pass
- Print off your Certificate of Completion immediately, and receive your permanent Iowa Watercraft Safety Certificate in the mail within 8-10 business days
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