Boating education safety requirements Kansas
Any person under the age of 21 who wishes to operate a vessel designed to be propelled by a motor or sail (motorboat, PWC, sailboat, sailboard) without being under direct and audible supervision of an adult over the age of 21 must complete a NASBLA approved boater education course.
Become a safe boater
The purpose of boating safety course is to develop knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary to become safe, responsible boaters.
FAQ - Boating in Kansas
- Who is required to take the boating safety course in Kansas?
Any person under the age of 21 who wishes to operate a vessel designed to be propelled by a motor or sail (motorboat, PWC, sailboat, sailboard) without being under direct and audible supervision of an adult over the age of 21 must complete a NASBLA approved boater education course.
- Who is exempt from the Kansas boating license ?
Adults 21 years and older are not required to complete the boating education course.
Non residents who have successfully completed a NASBLA approved boating safety course are also exempt.
- What are the age restrictions regarding boating safety in Kansas?
No person under the age of 12 may operate a motorized vessel without being under direct and audible supervision even if they have completed an approved boater education course.
- Do I need to register my boat in Kansas?
All vessels powered by motor (gasoline, diesel, or electric), or sail, must be registered and numbered.
- Is my boating license good in other States?
Every U.S. state that demands a boating license will accept Boating Education Licenses from other states that conform to NASBLA requirements as well.
You should follow your safety course in the State where you are resident.