Motor Boat Licence

In Tasmania, a motorboat licence is required to operate a vessel 4hp or more (except for a hire and drive vessel).

The RYCT is an accredited provider of the MAST Motor Boat Licence which is valid for a three year period (pro-rata) and all licences have a common expiry date.

For More information please contact Greg Brooks: training@ryct.org.au

As a result of COVID-19 restrictions, MAST has introduced a revised process for recreational boaters to complete the theory and practical training to achieve a Tasmanian Motor Boat Licence.

To obtain a Recreational Motor Boat Licence:

Complete the theory section of the BoatSafe Licence Course
On passing this exam, a Conditional Licence will be issued
Restrictions on the Conditional Licence include:
- Six month expiry date;
- Vessel operation in daylight hours;
- Restricted to a maximum speed of 20 knots;
- Operation restricted to Smooth and Sheltered waters;
- Cannot tow a skier or aquaplaner.
You must successfully complete the practical component of the BoatSafe Licence Course within a six months of the conditional licence being issued
Once the practical has been completed the licence will be converted to a full Motor Boat Licence with an expiry date that coincides with the current licence triennium
If the practical component is not completed within the six months, your Conditional Licence will lapse and you will need to undertake another course

Motor Boat Licence

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