Boat License (16)

How to Get a Jet Ski License in 2026

If you're planning to operate a jet ski, also called a personal watercraft (PWC), in the United States, you may be wondering how to get a jet ski license. To legally operate a jet ski in most states, you'll need to complete a state-approved boater…

Do You Need a Boating License in California? [2026]

Yes, as of January 1, 2025, all boaters must have a California Boater Card to operate a motorized vessel on state waterways. The law requiring this card began in 2018 and has been phased in by age group ever since. Now, card requirements apply to…