How many horsepower do you need a licence for?
If you want to know whether you need a boating license, you don't need to look at the number of HP of your boat. In fact, this plays no role. What is considered, however, is the maximum speed of the boat. If a powerboat can go faster than 20 km/h, it is a fast powerboat and you need a license. A dinghy with more than 5 HP, can usually go faster than 20 km per hour. Therefore, you will still need a boating license for that. We explain.
When do you need a boating licence?
Whether you need a boating license depends on two factors:
- The maximum speed of your boat
- The length of your boat
Then there is a distinction between Boating License 1 and Boating License 2. Sailing License 1 allows you to sail on rivers, canals and small lakes. License 2 allows you to sail on larger waters and coastal waters. In addition, each country has different rules regarding the license. In the Netherlands and Belgium the rules are the same, but some other countries in Europe have different rules.
How do I know how many horsepower my boat has?
Boat speed has to do with several factors. For example, with the construction of the boat, the shape of the underwater hull and maintenance. We look at how fast the boat can go when it is going full throttle. Is this more than 20 km/h? Then you need a boating license. Once you get your license, you may sail any boat. Not sure how much HP your boat has? You can find this on your boat's registration certificate, or on the engine. Otherwise, you can also get the information from the manufacturer of the boat.
Boat insurance? Calculate the premium directly!
Buy boat insurance directly? To find the best boat insurance, it is important to compare insurance policies. This way you will find the boat insurance that best suits your personal situation. When comparing boat insurance policies, you need to pay attention to two things: the coverage you want and the sailing area where you will be sailing with your boat. Do you want only basic coverage or will you opt for the most comprehensive insurance? Are you planning to sail only in the Netherlands, or would you also like to take your boat abroad? This all affects the amount of the premium.
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