How much does it cost to get a yacht driving license? Analysis of popular topics across the Internet and cost details
Recently, as summer water activities heat up, "getting a yacht driver's license" has become a hot topic on social platforms. Many netizens are concerned about the application process, fees and training content for a yacht driver's license. This article will combine the hot discussions on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the yacht driving license examination fees and related information.
1. Classification and requirements of yacht driving license

According to the regulations of the China Maritime Safety Administration, yacht driving licenses are mainly divided into two categories:
| Driver's license type | Scope of application | Exam requirements |
|---|---|---|
| A1E | Sea yacht (above 20 meters) | Theory + practical operation, sea training required |
| A2E | Sea yacht (under 20 meters) | Theory + practice, basic training |
| B1E/B2E | river yacht | Theory + practice, inland river training |
2. Details of yacht driving license fees
According to data published by driving schools and maritime bureaus in various places, the cost of a yacht driving license mainly consists of the following parts:
| Expense items | Amount range (yuan) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Theoretical training fee | 2000-4000 | Includes textbooks and mock exams |
| Practical training fee | 5000-12000 | Floating according to yacht type |
| Exam registration fee | 800-1500 | The Maritime Safety Administration collects them uniformly |
| Physical examination fee | 200-500 | Designated medical institution |
| total | 8000-20000 | Differences according to region and courses |
3. Cost comparison in popular areas
The following is a comparison of the fees for yacht driving licenses in the three major coastal cities that are hotly discussed by netizens (data source: official websites and forums of various driving schools):
| city | Total cost of A2E driver’s license (yuan) | training cycle |
|---|---|---|
| Sanya | 15000-18000 | 15-20 days |
| Xiamen | 12000-15000 | 10-15 days |
| Qingdao | 10000-13000 | 12-18 days |
4. Hot issues that netizens are concerned about
1."Can I take the exam by studying on my own?"The Maritime Safety Administration stipulates that you must pass formal driving school training before you can apply.
2."How to convert an international driver's license?"It is necessary to pass the theoretical examination approved by China Maritime Safety Administration to make up the examination.
3.“Why are the costs so different?”Mainly due to different yacht models, training duration and regional consumption levels.
5. Summary and suggestions
The total cost of obtaining a yacht driving license is usually8000-20000 yuanIt is recommended to choose a formal organization with Maritime Safety Administration qualifications to register, and confirm in advance the items included in the fee (such as whether it includes fuel fees, equipment fees, etc.). In addition, some driving schools have launched "off-season discounts", which can save 10%-15% of costs.
Among recent hot topics, "cost-effective training packages" and "short-term crash courses" for yacht driving licenses have become search keywords, but you need to be wary of low-price traps to ensure the quality of training. If you are planning to obtain a yacht driving license, you may wish to compare several institutions and choose the most suitable plan based on your needs.
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