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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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  • Pytania: 90
  • Sprawdzono 11 października 2026

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Oficjalny egzamin ma 50 pytań. Aby zdać: At least 24 of 30 in Section A and all 20 in Section B. Egzamin przeprowadza: Transport for NSW (NSW Maritime). Minimalny wiek: 12 (restrictions apply until 16). Ćwicz tu za darmo na 90 pytaniach, każde z odpowiedzią i wyjaśnieniem. Sprawdzono z oficjalnymi źródłami 11 października 2026.

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  1. Pytanie 1 z 30

    When do you need a licence to drive a recreational powerboat in NSW?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 2 z 30

    Which of these always needs a licence in NSW, whatever its speed?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 3 z 30

    Do you need a NSW boat licence to drive a small powerboat at less than 10 knots?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 4 z 30

    What is the youngest age at which you can apply for a general boat licence in NSW?
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    Odpowiedź: D. 12

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

  5. Pytanie 5 z 30

    A 14-year-old holds a NSW general boat licence. Which of these is NOT allowed?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 6 z 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?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 7 z 30

    What must you hold before you can get a NSW PWC licence?
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    Odpowiedź: A. A general boat licence

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

  8. Pytanie 8 z 30

    How can you show practical boating experience for a NSW general boat licence?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 9 z 30

    What does an under-16 applicant need when applying for a NSW boat licence?
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    Odpowiedź: D. A parent or guardian present

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

  10. Pytanie 10 z 30

    How many questions are in the NSW general boat licence knowledge test?
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    Odpowiedź: A. 50

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

  11. Pytanie 11 z 30

    What do you need to pass the NSW general boat licence knowledge test?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 12 z 30

    What is the pass mark for the NSW PWC licence knowledge test?
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    Odpowiedź: A. At least 12 of 15

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

  13. Pytanie 13 z 30

    What happens if someone is caught cheating in a NSW boat licence test?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 14 z 30

    When must you carry your licence while boating in NSW?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 15 z 30

    What do you need to operate a vessel commercially in NSW?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 16 z 30

    In NSW, how far must a powered vessel keep from people in the water?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 17 z 30

    In NSW, how far must you keep from a dive flag or float?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 18 z 30

    Travelling at 6 knots or more in NSW, how far must a powered vessel keep from other vessels, structures and the shore?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 19 z 30

    Within what distance of the shore is irregular riding (circling, weaving, jumping) on a PWC restricted in NSW?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 20 z 30

    How far must you keep from a naval vessel that is underway in NSW?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 21 z 30

    What is the blood alcohol limit for someone under 18 driving a vessel in NSW?
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    Odpowiedź: D. 0.00

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

  22. Pytanie 22 z 30

    What is the blood alcohol limit for a driver aged 18 or over on a recreational vessel in NSW?
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    Odpowiedź: C. Under 0.05

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

  23. Pytanie 23 z 30

    Apart from the driver, who else must stay under the alcohol limit in NSW?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 24 z 30

    When can NSW police breath test a vessel driver?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 25 z 30

    In NSW, when must people on a powerboat 4.8 m or shorter wear a lifejacket on open waters?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 26 z 30

    On enclosed waters in NSW, when must people on a boat 4.8 m or shorter wear a lifejacket?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 27 z 30

    When must everyone on a powerboat over 4.8 m wear a Level 100 lifejacket in NSW?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 28 z 30

    Who must wear a lifejacket on a PWC in NSW?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 29 z 30

    What does NSW law say about servicing inflatable lifejackets?
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    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 30 z 30

    What is the maximum speed for a vessel towing a person in NSW?
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    Odpowiedź: C. 60 knots

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

Co warto wiedzieć przed egzaminem

  • 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.

Najczęściej zadawane pytania

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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