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NZ Boating Rules Practice Questions 2026

New Zealand does not require a licence to skipper a recreational boat, and there is no official boating exam. The skipper is still legally responsible for the boat and everyone on it. These practice questions cover Maritime NZ rules, lifejackets, speed limits, give way rules and buoys, the same topics as courses such as Coastguard Day Skipper.

  • Pamamangka
  • New Zealand
  • 50 tanong
  • Sinuri noong Oktubre 11, 2026

Mabilis na sagot

Passing mark: No official exam or licence for recreational boats. Courses such as Coastguard Day Skipper are voluntary and give an internal certificate. Walang time limit. Pinapatakbo ito ng Maritime New Zealand (Maritime Rules Part 91) and regional councils (navigation safety bylaws). Magsanay dito nang libre gamit ang 50 tanong, bawat isa ay may sagot at paliwanag. Sinuri laban sa mga opisyal na sanggunian noong Oktubre 11, 2026.

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  1. Tanong 1 ng 25

    Do you need a licence to skipper a recreational (pleasure) boat in New Zealand?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: C. No, but you must still follow the rules

    No licence is needed to operate a pleasure boat, but the Maritime Rules and bylaws still apply.

  2. Tanong 2 ng 25

    Who is legally responsible for the safety of a recreational boat and everyone on board?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: C. The skipper

    The skipper is legally responsible for the boat, the people on board and following the rules.

  3. Tanong 3 ng 25

    A skipper says they did not know about a rule. What does Maritime NZ say?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: D. Not knowing the rules is no excuse

    Ignorance of the rules is not an excuse, and breaking them can lead to fines or prosecution.

  4. Tanong 4 ng 25

    Which boats must carry a lifejacket of the right size for each person on board?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: C. All recreational boats, whatever their size

    Skippers must carry the correct size of lifejacket for everyone on board, on every vessel.

  5. Tanong 5 ng 25

    Since 9 October 2026, when must people wear lifejackets on a recreational boat 6 metres or shorter?
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    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: B. At all times while the boat is underway

    The new rule requires everyone on board a recreational craft of 6 m or under to wear a lifejacket while underway.

  6. Tanong 6 ng 25

    Under the lifejacket wearing rule, when is a boat "underway"?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: D. When it is on the water and not anchored, tied up, aground or attached to the shore

    Underway means the boat is not at anchor, attached to a dock or the shore, or aground.

  7. Tanong 7 ng 25

    How is boat length measured for the 6-metre lifejacket rule?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: B. Length overall, bow to stern, not counting an outboard motor

    Length overall includes permanent structures but not removable fittings such as outboard motors.

  8. Tanong 8 ng 25

    On a 5-metre boat that is underway, who does NOT have to wear a lifejacket?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: D. A person actively swimming from the boat

    The rule does not apply to someone actively swimming from the craft.

  9. Tanong 9 ng 25

    You are crossing a bar on a 9-metre boat. What is the rule about lifejackets?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: C. Everyone on board must wear one

    In times of heightened risk, such as bar crossings, rough water and emergencies, lifejackets must be worn on any size of boat.

  10. Tanong 10 ng 25

    A person is water-skiing behind your boat. What must they wear?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: B. A properly secured lifejacket of the right size

    Anyone being towed must wear a lifejacket, except when towed at under 5 knots.

  11. Tanong 11 ng 25

    What is important to know about inflatable lifejackets?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: B. They give no flotation until inflated and need servicing every year

    Inflatables do not float until inflated, and Maritime NZ says they need annual servicing.

  12. Tanong 12 ng 25

    What must every child-sized lifejacket have?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: D. A crotch strap

    Crotch straps are mandatory on child-sized lifejackets so the jacket cannot slip off.

  13. Tanong 13 ng 25

    What standard must a lifejacket meet in New Zealand?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: C. NZS 5823:2005 or an approved international standard

    Lifejackets must meet NZS 5823:2005 or an approved international standard.

  14. Tanong 14 ng 25

    What is the speed limit within 200 metres of the shore?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: C. 5 knots

    Do not go faster than 5 knots within 200 m of the shore or any structure.

  15. Tanong 15 ng 25

    What is the speed limit within 200 metres of a boat showing a dive flag?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: B. 5 knots

    Divers may surface anywhere near a dive flag, so keep to 5 knots within 200 m.

  16. Tanong 16 ng 25

    What is the speed limit within 50 metres of another boat or a person swimming?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: D. 5 knots

    Keep to 5 knots within 50 m of another vessel or a person in the water.

  17. Tanong 17 ng 25

    About how fast is 5 knots?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: C. About 9 km/h, a fast walking speed

    Maritime NZ describes 5 knots as about 9 km/h, a fast walking speed.

  18. Tanong 18 ng 25

    A passenger is sitting on the bow with their legs over the side of a powerboat. What is the speed limit?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: C. 5 knots

    Keep to 5 knots in a powered vessel while anyone has part of their body over the bow or sides.

  19. Tanong 19 ng 25

    A 13-year-old wants to drive a boat that can go faster than 10 knots. When is this allowed?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: B. Only with a person over 15 within immediate reach of the controls

    Under 15s may not be in charge of a powered vessel capable of over 10 knots unless directly supervised.

  20. Tanong 20 ng 25

    You are towing a water-skier faster than 5 knots. Who else must be on board?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: D. A person aged 10 or older to watch the skier

    Another person at least 10 years old must watch the person being towed and report any mishap.

  21. Tanong 21 ng 25

    When is it NOT allowed to tow a water-skier?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: D. Between sunset and sunrise

    Towing a person on water skis or similar is not allowed between sunset and sunrise.

  22. Tanong 22 ng 25

    Two powerboats are crossing. Which boat must give way?
    AB
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: D. The boat that has the other on its starboard (right) side

    A powerboat gives way to a powerboat on its starboard side.

  23. Tanong 23 ng 25

    Two powerboats are heading straight towards each other. What should both skippers do?
    AB
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: B. Both turn to starboard (right)

    When meeting head-on, both boats turn to starboard and pass port side to port side.

  24. Tanong 24 ng 25

    A powerboat and a sailing boat under sail are on a collision course. Who gives way, normally?
    AB
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: B. The powerboat

    Powerboats give way to sail, paddle and rowing craft, unless the other vessel is overtaking.

  25. Tanong 25 ng 25

    Two sailing boats meet. One has the wind on its port side, the other on its starboard side. Which gives way?
    Ipakita ang sagot

    Sagot: C. The boat with the wind on its port (left) side

    A sailing boat with the wind on its port side gives way; if both have wind on the same side, the windward boat gives way.

Ang dapat malaman bago ang pagsusulit

  • No licence is needed to operate a pleasure boat in New Zealand, but the skipper is legally responsible for the boat, everyone on board and following the rules.
  • From 9 October 2026, everyone on a recreational boat 6 metres or shorter must wear a lifejacket while it is underway.
  • All boats must carry a lifejacket of the right size for each person on board.
  • The speed limit is 5 knots within 200 m of the shore, a structure or a dive-flag boat, and within 50 m of another boat or a swimmer.
  • People under 15 may not be in charge of a powered boat that can go faster than 10 knots unless directly supervised by someone over 15.
  • New Zealand uses the IALA System A buoyage: red port marks and green starboard marks.
  • Coastguard Day Skipper is a 16-hour introductory course. Its certificate is an internal one, not a licence.

Mga madalas itanong

Do I need a boat licence in New Zealand?

No. You do not need a licence to operate a recreational boat. You must still know and follow the Maritime Rules and any regional bylaws, and the skipper is legally responsible.

Is there an official boating test?

No. These are practice questions only. Voluntary courses such as Coastguard Day Skipper teach the same topics and may include their own assessments.

What is the new lifejacket rule?

From 9 October 2026, everyone on a recreational craft 6 metres or shorter must wear a lifejacket of the right size while it is underway. Maritime NZ says the offences and penalties for this rule were still being developed.

Is there an alcohol limit for skippers?

Maritime NZ does not give a set alcohol limit for recreational skippers, but a skipper who causes unnecessary danger can be prosecuted under section 65 of the Maritime Transport Act 1994. The safest choice is not to drink.

What is the speed limit near the shore?

5 knots (about 9 km/h) within 200 metres of the shore or any structure, and within 50 metres of another boat or a swimmer. Regional bylaws may add more rules.

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