West Virginia boater education information
West Virginia currently requires a boater education card from anyone born after Dec. 30, 1986 who operates a motorboat or personal watercraft in West Virginia.
Additionally, many insurance agencies offer a boat insurance discount for all boaters who have taken a boating safety course.
West Virginia boating license updates
West Virginia does not currently require a boating license.
To get the most recent information on West Virginia’s Boating Laws and Boating education courses, visit this West Virginia state department website.
To explore other state’s requirements, return to the main Boater Education Requirements by State page.
