Who needs boater's license in Maryland? Educational Requirement

Anyone born on or after July 1, 1972, must obtain a certificate of boating safety education before operating a motorboat or 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.

Maryland's Boating License Exemptions:

• 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.
• Anyone who is visiting the State for a maximum of 90 days in a vessel from another country.
• A vessel that is being operated for commercial purposes.
• Anyone operating a vessel on a body of water on private property.