How To Obtain Your Florida Boater Safety Identification Card

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Living in South Florida has its many benefits and for some, boating is a popular activity that happens every day. Since 2010, the state of Florida requires that any person who wishes to operate a vessel with more than ten horsepower or more and is born after January 1st, 1988 must complete and pass a boater safety course.

The state does not have a “Boating License” but a Boater Safety Identification Card stating that the course is completed and a successful score on the end of the class exam. Florida’s Boater Identification card is valid for life and no renewal fee’s or course renewal is required. The state and course instructors ask that you review your notes and keep up with the latest boating rules and regulations.

Boating Safety Education courses can be taken either online or in a classroom format. Once the course is completed you will be asked to take a short exam of everything you have learned during the course. Once you pass the exam, you will be issued a Temporary Boating Certificate.  The Temporary Boating Certificate can be used immediately, and your Boater Safety Education Identification Card will be mailed to you.

The Boating Safety Courses range in price. Some classes are free, and the classes range from $15 dollars to $50 dollars. Click here to view the approved safety courses and to sign up and get out on the water.