Do I need a License to Operate a Boat in Oklahoma?
Mandatory Boater Education
in Oklahoma
To operate a motorized vessel greater than 10 hp, or a personal watercraft (PWC), or a sailing vessel of 16 feet or greater in length, persons aged 12 to 15 years of age:
- Must possess an Oklahoma Safe Boating Certificate Card or a certificate proving successful completion of a NASBLA-approved boater education course, and
- Be accompanied or supervised by someone 18 years old or older:
- If the vessel being operated is other than a PWC, the competent person of at least 18 years of age must be on board the vessel in a position to take immediate control of the vessel if necessary.
- If the vessel being operated is a PWC, the competent person must visually supervise the operator within 500 yards of the PWC.
Persons ages 16 or over are not required to possess an Oklahoma Safe Boating Certificate Card.
3 easy steps to get certified
Step 1
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.
Step 2
TAKE THE FINAL TEST
- The exam consists of 60 multiple choice questions.
- Free exam retries - Risk free!
Step 3
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.
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