Get Au F3521 - Queensland 2020-2025

A licence is required to operate any recreational boat which is powered by an engine power greater than 4.5 kW (over 6 hp)." "In Queensland, all recreational ships with an engine of more than 4 hp are required to be registered when on the water." So if your OB is NO MORE than 4hp you dont need rego or a licence.

You must have a marine licence to operate a boat that has an engine power greater than 4.5kW. In Queensland a boat (also known as a Queensland regulated ship) must only be used for recreational activities, or for school, surf lifesaving or community activities—not for business, trade or commerce.

Queensland Regulated Ships are recreational vessels or other vessels expressly excluded from the operation of the Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessels) National Law Act 2012 (Cth) or the Navigation Act 2012 (Cth).

The size of the registration numbers depends on the type of boat: Boats capable of planing—at least 150mm high on both sides. Boats not capable of planing—at least 75mm high on both sides or the stern. PWCs— must be at least 100mm high and on both sides.

You need a licence to drive a vessel for recreational purposes on NSW waters if: you plan to drive the vessel at 10 knots (18.5 km/h) or more, or. the vessel is a personal watercraft (PWC).

You can't initially register your boat online in QLD, this must be done in person at a Queensland Transport and Motoring customer service centre. However you can check your registration and renew your registration online.

Check your boat's registration online or via the QLD Rego Check mobile app which can be downloaded using iTunes or Google Play. This service can be used to check if the boat you will be operating is registered.