Do I need a license to Drive a Boat in Hawaii?
Mandatory Boater Education
Hawaii law requires that any boaters who operate a power-driven vessel propelled by a motor greater than 10 horsepower, even vessels propelled primarily by wind/sail that is equipped with an auxiliary engine to successfully complete a boating safety course approved by the (NASBLA).
Age Requirements
It is illegal for any person under the age of 15 to operate a PWC. Additionally, it is illegal to permit, or mislead another person into permitting, a person under 15 years of age to operate a PWC.
A person under the age of 16 is not permitted to operate a power-driven vessel on the waters of Hawaii unless accompanied on-board and supervised by a person of 21 years of age or older who holds their required certificate of completion.
3 easy steps to get certified
STUDY AT YOUR OWN PACE
- Start the course for free.
- Only (online course, final test and online certificate included).
- Complete and easy-to-read study guide.
TAKE THE FINAL TEST
- The exam consists of 60 multiple choice questions.
- Free exam retries - Risk free!
PRINT YOUR BOATING CERTIFICATE
- Print your certificate and start boating now!
- You'll receive a wallet-sized card from the State within 4-6 weeks.
More boaters, more savings
We want to facilitate access to our boating safety course for groups and families. The more you are, the less you pay!
A complete 3-hour course… well organized in 7 chapters
- Study at your pace
- The card is valid for life
- Exam retries are free
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Ace Boater is the best way to get your boating license and to have the freedom to go boating when you want, by yourself or with friends and family!
