North Carolina boater education information
North Carolina currently requires a boater education card from anyone born after Dec. 31, 1987, who operates a boat or personal watercraft of 10 hp or more in North Carolina.
Additionally, many insurance agencies offer a boat insurance discount for all boaters who have taken a boating safety course.
North Carolina boating license updates
North Carolina does not currently require a boating license.
To get the most recent information on North Carolina’s Boating Laws and Boating education courses, visit this North Carolina state department website.
To explore other state’s requirements, return to the main Boater Education Requirements by State page.
