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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.

  • 船只驾驶
  • 新南威尔士州
  • 90道题
  • 核对于2026年10月11日

快速解答

官方考试共有50道题。 及格线：At least 24 of 30 in Section A and all 20 in Section B。 主办机构：Transport for NSW (NSW Maritime)。 最低年龄：12 (restrictions apply until 16)。 在这里免费练习90道题，每道题都附有答案和解释。 已于2026年10月11日根据官方资料核对。

练习前先阅读先阅读《Australian Boat Licence Study Guide》：通俗易懂的笔记、图解和需要牢记的数字。

  1. 第1题，共30题

    When do you need a licence to drive a recreational powerboat in NSW?
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    答案: 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. 第2题，共30题

    Which of these always needs a licence in NSW, whatever its speed?
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    答案: 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. 第3题，共30题

    Do you need a NSW boat licence to drive a small powerboat at less than 10 knots?
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    答案: 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. 第4题，共30题

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

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

  5. 第5题，共30题

    A 14-year-old holds a NSW general boat licence. Which of these is NOT allowed?
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    答案: 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. 第6题，共30题

    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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    答案: 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. 第7题，共30题

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

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

  8. 第8题，共30题

    How can you show practical boating experience for a NSW general boat licence?
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    答案: 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. 第9题，共30题

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

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

  10. 第10题，共30题

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

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

  11. 第11题，共30题

    What do you need to pass the NSW general boat licence knowledge test?
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    答案: 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. 第12题，共30题

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

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

  13. 第13题，共30题

    What happens if someone is caught cheating in a NSW boat licence test?
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    答案: 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. 第14题，共30题

    When must you carry your licence while boating in NSW?
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    答案: 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. 第15题，共30题

    What do you need to operate a vessel commercially in NSW?
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    答案: 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. 第16题，共30题

    In NSW, how far must a powered vessel keep from people in the water?
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    答案: 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. 第17题，共30题

    In NSW, how far must you keep from a dive flag or float?
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    答案: 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. 第18题，共30题

    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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    答案: 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. 第19题，共30题

    Within what distance of the shore is irregular riding (circling, weaving, jumping) on a PWC restricted in NSW?
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    答案: 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. 第20题，共30题

    How far must you keep from a naval vessel that is underway in NSW?
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    答案: 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. 第21题，共30题

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

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

  22. 第22题，共30题

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

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

  23. 第23题，共30题

    Apart from the driver, who else must stay under the alcohol limit in NSW?
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    答案: 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. 第24题，共30题

    When can NSW police breath test a vessel driver?
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    答案: 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. 第25题，共30题

    In NSW, when must people on a powerboat 4.8 m or shorter wear a lifejacket on open waters?
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    答案: 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. 第26题，共30题

    On enclosed waters in NSW, when must people on a boat 4.8 m or shorter wear a lifejacket?
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    答案: 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. 第27题，共30题

    When must everyone on a powerboat over 4.8 m wear a Level 100 lifejacket in NSW?
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    答案: 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. 第28题，共30题

    Who must wear a lifejacket on a PWC in NSW?
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    答案: 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. 第29题，共30题

    What does NSW law say about servicing inflatable lifejackets?
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    答案: 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. 第30题，共30题

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

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

考前须知

  • 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.

常见问题

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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