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.

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Authority
Canal and River Trust or the Environment Agency
Duration
4 weeks
Valid For
1 year
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
Get Licensed
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Have a question? We have answers

No, but you will need certain permits when sailing through certain waterways in the UK.

A Boat Safety Certificate, also known as a BSSC is required by all boat owners in ensuring that their boats have been inspected and are safe to operate in.

Yes. All boat owners will require insurance when operating their boats. Boat insurance providers can be found online, with the provider you select depending upon the size and use of your boat.

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