New York boater education information
New York does does currently require a boater education certificate for all boaters born on or after May 1, 1996 who operate a motorboat and for all persons, regardless of age, who operate a personal watercraft.
However, many insurance agencies offer a boat insurance discount for boaters who have taken a boating safety course.
New York boating license updates
New York does not currently require a boating license.
To get the most recent information on New York’s Boating Laws and Boating education courses, visit this New York state department website.
For more information on the specifics of boater education for this state, you can visit Boat-Ed.
Return to the main Boater Education Requirements by State page.
