Boat Licence

Do you need a licence to take your boat out onto the sea and along the shores? While there isn’t strictly speaking a ‘Boat Licence’ in the same way a Driving Licence ensures the efficiency of motorists behind the wheel – boat owners will still need to adhere to certain legal requirements in order to sail a boat in the UK.

Licence Name

Boat Licence

AUTHORITY
Canal and River Trust or the Environment Agency
TIME TO GET LICENSED
4 weeks
VALID FOR
1 year
ELIGIBILITY
18+ years

Apply for a Boat Safety Certificate (BSSC)
  • Visit the Official Boat Safety Scheme Website
Apply for Boat Insurance
  • Find an effective boat insurance provider
Apply for a Environment Agency Licence
  • Visit the Official Canal and River Trust or the Environment Agency Website
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