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NSW Boat Licence Practice Test 2026

In New South Wales you need a general boat licence to drive a recreational powerboat at 10 knots or more. Before you get one, you must pass a 50-question knowledge test with two sections. Practice test 1 covers NSW's own licence rules, safe distances, lifejackets and alcohol limits. The other sets cover the national collision rules, lights, sound signals and IALA A buoys.

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  • Nueva Gales del Sur
  • 90 preguntas
  • Revisado el 11 de octubre de 2026

Respuesta rápida

El examen oficial tiene 50 preguntas. Para aprobar: At least 24 of 30 in Section A and all 20 in Section B. Lo organiza: Transport for NSW (NSW Maritime). Edad mínima: 12 (restrictions apply until 16). Practica aquí gratis con 90 preguntas, cada una con la respuesta y una explicación. Contrastado con fuentes oficiales el 11 de octubre de 2026.

Lee antes de practicarEmpieza por Australian Boat Licence Study Guide: notas en lenguaje sencillo, diagramas y las cifras que hay que recordar.

  1. Pregunta 1 de 30

    When do you need a licence to drive a recreational powerboat in NSW?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. When you drive at 10 knots or more

    In NSW you need a boat licence to drive a recreational vessel at 10 knots (18.5 km/h) or more.

  2. Pregunta 2 de 30

    Which of these always needs a licence in NSW, whatever its speed?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. A personal watercraft (PWC), such as a jet ski

    Any PWC needs a PWC licence. Paddlecraft, rowing boats and unpowered sailing boats do not need a licence.

  3. Pregunta 3 de 30

    Do you need a NSW boat licence to drive a small powerboat at less than 10 knots?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. No, a licence is not needed below 10 knots

    Powerboats and engine-assisted sailing boats driven at less than 10 knots do not need a licence in NSW. All the boating rules still apply.

  4. Pregunta 4 de 30

    What is the youngest age at which you can apply for a general boat licence in NSW?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. 12

    You can apply for a NSW general boat licence from age 12. Extra restrictions apply until you turn 16.

  5. Pregunta 5 de 30

    A 14-year-old holds a NSW general boat licence. Which of these is NOT allowed?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. Driving between sunset and sunrise

    Licence holders under 16 must not drive between sunset and sunrise, tow anyone, or take part in races.

  6. Pregunta 6 de 30

    A 15-year-old licence holder wants to drive a boat (not a PWC) at 10 knots or more in NSW. Who must be on board?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. A person aged 16 or older who holds a general boat or PWC licence

    Under-16 licence holders driving at 10 knots or more must have a licence holder aged 16 or older on board.

  7. Pregunta 7 de 30

    What must you hold before you can get a NSW PWC licence?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. A general boat licence

    In NSW, you must first get a general boat licence before upgrading to a PWC licence.

  8. Pregunta 8 de 30

    How can you show practical boating experience for a NSW general boat licence?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. Complete the Boating Licence Practical Logbook with an experienced skipper, or an approved practical course

    You need evidence of practical experience: a completed logbook with an experienced skipper present, or an approved course with an Authorised Training Provider.

  9. Pregunta 9 de 30

    What does an under-16 applicant need when applying for a NSW boat licence?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. A parent or guardian present

    Applicants under 16 need a parent or guardian with them when they apply at a service centre.

  10. Pregunta 10 de 30

    How many questions are in the NSW general boat licence knowledge test?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. 50

    The general boat licence test has 50 multiple-choice questions in two sections.

  11. Pregunta 11 de 30

    What do you need to pass the NSW general boat licence knowledge test?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. 24 of 30 in Section A and all 20 in Section B

    You must answer 24 of the 30 Section A questions correctly and all 20 Section B questions correctly.

  12. Pregunta 12 de 30

    What is the pass mark for the NSW PWC licence knowledge test?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. At least 12 of 15

    The PWC test has 15 questions, and you need at least 12 correct to pass.

  13. Pregunta 13 de 30

    What happens if someone is caught cheating in a NSW boat licence test?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. They cannot resit for 6 weeks and may face fines or jail

    A person who cheats cannot resit the test for 6 weeks, and penalties may include fines and imprisonment.

  14. Pregunta 14 de 30

    When must you carry your licence while boating in NSW?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. When driving at 10 knots or more, or when driving a PWC

    You must carry your licence (a digital licence is fine) when driving at 10 knots or more or when driving a PWC.

  15. Pregunta 15 de 30

    What do you need to operate a vessel commercially in NSW?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. A Certificate of Competency from AMSA

    A recreational licence does not cover commercial work. Commercial operation needs a Certificate of Competency from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority.

  16. Pregunta 16 de 30

    In NSW, how far must a powered vessel keep from people in the water?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. At least 60 metres

    Powered vessels, including PWC and sailing boats over 5.5 m, must keep at least 60 metres from people in the water.

  17. Pregunta 17 de 30

    In NSW, how far must you keep from a dive flag or float?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. At least 60 metres

    Keep at least 60 metres from a dive flag or float. Divers can be up to 100 metres from their flag, so take extra care within 200 metres.

  18. Pregunta 18 de 30

    Travelling at 6 knots or more in NSW, how far must a powered vessel keep from other vessels, structures and the shore?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. At least 30 metres

    At 6 knots or more, powered vessels must keep 30 metres from other vessels (including moored ones), structures such as jetties and markers, and the shore.

  19. Pregunta 19 de 30

    Within what distance of the shore is irregular riding (circling, weaving, jumping) on a PWC restricted in NSW?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. 200 metres, in a PWC restriction zone or where homes near the shore can be seen

    PWC must not ride irregularly within 200 metres of shore in a PWC restriction zone, or where homes within 200 metres of the shore are visible from the water.

  20. Pregunta 20 de 30

    How far must you keep from a naval vessel that is underway in NSW?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. 200 metres from its bow and 60 metres from its sides

    Keep 200 metres from the bow and 60 metres from the side of a naval vessel underway, and 60 metres from one at anchor.

  21. Pregunta 21 de 30

    What is the blood alcohol limit for someone under 18 driving a vessel in NSW?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. 0.00

    Vessel drivers under 18 must have a blood alcohol level of zero.

  22. Pregunta 22 de 30

    What is the blood alcohol limit for a driver aged 18 or over on a recreational vessel in NSW?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. Under 0.05

    Drivers aged 18 and over of recreational vessels must be under 0.05.

  23. Pregunta 23 de 30

    Apart from the driver, who else must stay under the alcohol limit in NSW?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. The observer on a towing vessel and anyone being towed

    NSW alcohol limits apply to the driver, to observers in a vessel towing a person, and to anyone being towed.

  24. Pregunta 24 de 30

    When can NSW police breath test a vessel driver?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. When the vessel is underway, including when drifting

    Police can carry out random breath and drug tests on vessels underway, including vessels that are drifting.

  25. Pregunta 25 de 30

    In NSW, when must people on a powerboat 4.8 m or shorter wear a lifejacket on open waters?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. At all times

    On open waters and when crossing coastal bars, everyone on a boat up to 4.8 m must wear a lifejacket (Level 100 or above) at all times.

  26. Pregunta 26 de 30

    On enclosed waters in NSW, when must people on a boat 4.8 m or shorter wear a lifejacket?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. When the skipper is alone (including with children under 12 aboard) or at night

    On enclosed waters, lifejackets (Level 50S or above) must be worn on boats up to 4.8 m when boating alone or between sunset and sunrise.

  27. Pregunta 27 de 30

    When must everyone on a powerboat over 4.8 m wear a Level 100 lifejacket in NSW?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. When crossing a coastal bar

    On boats over 4.8 m, everyone must wear a Level 100 or above lifejacket when crossing coastal bars.

  28. Pregunta 28 de 30

    Who must wear a lifejacket on a PWC in NSW?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. Everyone, including the driver, passengers, observer and anyone being towed

    Everyone on or towed by a PWC must wear a Level 50S or above lifejacket at all times. Inflatable lifejackets are not recommended.

  29. Pregunta 29 de 30

    What does NSW law say about servicing inflatable lifejackets?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. Servicing them is a legal requirement

    Servicing your inflatable lifejacket is a legal requirement in NSW, so it works when you need it.

  30. Pregunta 30 de 30

    What is the maximum speed for a vessel towing a person in NSW?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. 60 knots

    NSW limits the speed of any vessel towing a person to 60 knots.

Qué debes saber antes del examen

  • You need a licence to drive a recreational vessel at 10 knots (18.5 km/h) or more, and to drive any personal watercraft (PWC) at any speed.
  • The general boat licence test has 50 multiple-choice questions. You need 24 of 30 in Section A and all 20 in Section B.
  • The PWC licence test has 15 questions and you need 12 correct. You must hold a general boat licence first.
  • You can apply from age 12. Licence holders under 16 must not drive between sunset and sunrise, in races or while towing anyone.
  • You need proof of practical experience: a completed Boating Licence Practical Logbook or an approved practical course.
  • Drivers under 18 must have zero alcohol. Drivers aged 18 or over of recreational vessels must be under 0.05.
  • Powered vessels must keep at least 60 m from people in the water, and 30 m from other vessels, structures and the shore at 6 knots or more.

Preguntas frecuentes

Do I need a boat licence in NSW?

Yes, if you drive a recreational powerboat at 10 knots or more, or any personal watercraft. Paddlecraft, rowing boats and unpowered sailing boats do not need a licence.

How many questions are in the NSW boat licence test?

There are 50 multiple-choice questions in two sections. You must get at least 24 of the 30 Section A questions and all 20 Section B questions right.

Where do I sit the test?

Through an Authorised Training Provider as part of your course, or at a service centre after booking and paying the test fee. A free interpreter can be arranged by calling 13 14 50.

Is there a time limit?

The official test page does not state a time limit. Check with the service centre or your training provider when you book.

How old do you have to be to get a boat licence in NSW?

You can apply from age 12. Applicants under 16 need a parent or guardian with them, and licence holders under 16 have extra restrictions.

What happens if I fail?

You can sit the test again, and each attempt at a service centre has a fee. Anyone caught cheating cannot resit for 6 weeks.

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