Do I need a boat license in Nevada?
Mandatory Boater Education
in Nevada
Anyone born on or after January 1, 1983, must obtain a certificate of boating safety education from an approved NDOW provider before operating a motorboat with a motor exceeding 15 horsepower or a personal watercraft. The certificate must be in possession of the operator and readily available for inspection by a law enforcement officer whenever the vessel is in operation
Exemptions:
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Anyone at least 16 years old, who is resident of another state and is visiting the State for a maximum of 60 days in a vessel numbered in another state.
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Anyone who is visiting the State for a maximum of 90 days in a vessel from another country.
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A vessel that is being operated for commercial purposes.
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Anyone operating a vessel on a body of water on private property.