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Get your MINNESOTA Boating Rental License Online with Boater Exam®

This course is intended for renters of watercraft in the state of Minnesota who do not already possess a valid boating education certificate but who wish to rent a boat or PWC to operate on Minnesota waters. It is valid for 180 days from completion of the exam.


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Step 1

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Sign up for a Boaterexam® account, pay for the official course, and get started. It only takes a few minutes.

Step 2

est. 30 mins

Study & Pass the Online Course

Take the course on desktop, tablet, or mobile. We automatically save your progress so you can learn at your own pace.

Step 3

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Print Your Boat Rental Safety Certificate

Pass the online exam and print your Boat Rental Safety Certificate immediately.

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Hit the water! You're all set to legally operate a boat.

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We found out a long time ago that people learn best when they can see what they're learning. Shouldn't you be tested the same way? Every one of our exam questions is illustrated to help you get your boating licence.

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Our Minnesota boating license course features hundreds of rich engaging boating videos and animations. That means you aren't just reading: You're watching, listening and learning.

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This official Minnesota boating safety course is approved by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

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Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

St. Paul, MN 55155-4040
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us

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FAQs about getting a Minnesota Boating License

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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There is a one-time fee of $9.99 paid to BOATERexam.com®. It includes two attempts at the final exam.

Q.

What payment methods are accepted?

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We accept payments by VISA, Mastercard, AMEX, PayPal, and Prepaid vouchers.

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What is the proof of online Minnesota Boat Rental Course completion?

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Once you pay for and pass the online course, you will receive the Boat Rental Safety Certificate. This is your proof of online course completion. This certificate EXPIRES 180 days after course completion.

Q.

What is the Minnesota Boat Rental Safety Certificate?

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Minnesota Boat Rental Safety Certificate is proof that you have met the mandatory boat safety education requirements to rent a watercraft or PWC in the State of Minnesota.

Q.

I do not have a driver's license. Can I still get the Minnesota boater license?

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Yes. You are not required to have a state driver's license in order to obtain a Boat Rental Safety Certificate.

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How long is the boat safety course and boater certificate good for?

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The Boat Rental Safety Certificate is good for 180 days.

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Is there a time limit to complete the online course?

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You can take the online course at any time, day or night. However, courses must be completed within 90 days of payment at which time your access to the course will expire.

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How many questions are on the exam?

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The exam consists of 25 multiple choice questions.

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What is the passing grade?

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The passing grade is 80%, or 20 correct answers out of 25 questions.
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