JEJU ISLAND – The Jeju Coast Guard announced on February 19th that it will be conducting monthly practical exams for powerboat operator licenses from March to November.

A powerboat operator license is required to operate motorboats and yachts with a maximum output of 5 horsepower or more.

To obtain a license, applicants must pass a written exam and a practical exam, and then complete three hours of water safety training.

The written exam will be held three times a week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) at the Jeju Coast Guard PC test center on the first floor. The available times are 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 2:30 PM, and 3:30 PM. Weekend exams are also available on Saturdays from 9 AM to 11 AM. Online registration is available at the Korea Coast Guard's Water Leisure Information website.

The practical exam will be held 18 times a year, once a month for each class, at two locations: the Jeju Boating License Test Center in Iho-dong and the Yacht Boating License Test Center in Dodu-dong.

The Jeju Coast Guard stated that they will conduct on-site inspections of the test centers before the exams to ensure a reliable environment for the public. They also said that they will continue to strive to resolve public grievances and provide active administrative services for the convenience of the public.

For more information, please contact the Jeju Coast Guard Water Leisure Department at 064-766-2251 or visit the Korea Coast Guard's Water Leisure Information website.