Boat Master License
- Exam
- Not reported
- Education
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- Experience
- Not reported
- Background check
- Not reported
A holder of a Boat Master license may operate any vessel navigating inland waters of the state of Minnesota that is propelled by machinery or sails and is carrying more than six passengers for hire. Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) Review: Boat Master License Requirements for operating boats for hire Requirements and qualifications At least 15 hours of supervised training experience operating a boat for hire. Affidavit signed by the licensed boat master who supervised the applicant's training experience. Applicant must be at least 18 years old. Application must be signed. Must pass license examination with a score of at least 70 percent. Application process You must pass a written exam for a boat master license. To take the exam, all required applicant information must be provided for the application to be processed, including signed and notarized affidavits of training experience You can apply online to be approved to take the exam. The exam fee is $50. The applicant is notified by mail to schedule an exam date online. When you are approved to take the exam you will be given instructions about how to schedule your exam. View more information about exams Access iMS to begin the license application or renewal process Exemption Individuals holding a valid, current charter boat captain's license issued by the United States Coast Guard are considered licensed to carry passengers for hire in Minnesota and not required to obtain this license. Exams Exam is 40 questions (closed book) Exam covers operation, maintenance inspection, and operator licensing of boats carrying passengers for hire. Exam results are mailed to applicant after the completed exam is scored. None
Requirements reported by the state
- Licence type
- Registry
Issuing body
- Department
- Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry
- Address
- 443 Lafayette Road North St. Paul, MN 55155
- Phone
- (651) 284-5005
- Agency website
- http://www.dli.mn.gov/CCLD/Forms.asp
- Last updated
- May 30, 2024
Occupations (O*NET)
- Able Seaman - AB 53-5011.00
Source and verification
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