Boat and watercraft licences
Vessel registration
Infrastructure and projects
Boating handbook
The NSW Boating Handbook (Jan 2021) is your practical and essential guide to safe and responsible boating on NSW waterways. Here's how to get a copy.
Inflatable lifejacket self-service clinics
Servicing your inflatable lifejacket is a legal requirement in NSW. Transport for NSW offers step-by-step instructions on how to do it yourself.
Safety education program
Our boating educators work with the community to encourage safe boating journeys in NSW.
Before you go boating
From weather conditions and maintaining your vessel, to knowing the rules and having the right equipment – be ready for a safe day on the water.
Boating and personal watercraft quiz
The boating knowledge test questions and online quiz can help you practice for the general boating or personal watercraft licence test.
Boating licence documents and forms
The Boating Licence Practical Logbook and the Boating Handbook will guide you on safe and responsible boating in NSW.
Related apps
Marine Rescue NSW
Marine Rescue NSW is the State’s official volunteer marine rescue service. The Marine Rescue App allows you to register details of your next boating trip.
