New Jersey Motor Vehicle
Boating Regulations
Boats Must be Titled & Registered: See NJ MVC
Boating Info
Everyone boating on NJ waters will have to complete a boat safety course! See Boating Certificate FAQ for Details
Call the US Boat Foundation at 1-800-336-BOAT or the
NJ State Police at 609-882-2000 x6170, 6173 or 6181 weekdays form 8:00AM to 5:00PM.
for more information.
http://www.njsp.org/maritime/index.html (opens new window)
All persons operating power vessels on nontidal waters must be licensed.
Minimum operating ages are 13 for outboard motors; 16 for in/outboard.
Visit a motor vehicle agency for an application, or call
609-292-6500 for information.
For Further Information:
Boat safety certificates: 609-882-2000, x6175
Boat safety courses: 800-336-2628
Boat safety courses online info
Boat licenses: 609-292-6500
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