OUPV

Printer-friendly version

U.S. Coast Guard Website for Mariners

Description

(OUPV)- Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels

        (Charter boat captain's license or Six Pack)

License Description

The OUPV license allows the transport of up to six passengers on an uninspected vessel.
Two licenses: OUPV Inland: Allows operation of an uninspected vessel carrying up to six passengers on inland waters only. Near Coastal: Allows operation of an uninspected vessel carrying up to six passengers up to 100 miles off shore.
    Great Lakes Endorsement: If you have 90 days of your total sea time on the Great Lakes, you will be eligible for this endorsement

USCG Approved OUPV

All testing is done with The Captain School.
   You DO NOT test with the Coast Guard.

Certification

Upon successful completion (attendance and passing required exams), you will receive a diploma from The Captain School. Students send diploma and application to the U.S. Coast Guard REC, along with your USCG Application to receive your USCG License. (You have up to 1 year to submit your application to the Coast Guard from the date on your diploma.)

Get More Information

Get More Information

 

Requirements

Course requirements.

Eligibility Requirements

USCG Application Age: 18 years old
Sea Experience: OUPV Inland 360 days* operating a small vessel 90 days of the 360 must be within the last 3 years. OUPV Near Coastal 360 days* operating a small vessel 90 days of the 360 must be upon near coastal waters beyond the Boundary Line. 90 days of the 360 must be within the last 3 years. * A "day" is defined as more than 4 hours away from the dock.

Schedule

OUPV

Orange Beach, AL      Jul 8-18, 2013
Covington, LA      Aug 12-22, 2013
Cape Coral, FL      Jul 8-18, 2013
Exam July 20
Marrero, LA      Jul 15-25, 2013
Exam July 28
Naples, FL      Jun 10-20, 2013
M-F 6pm-10pm Sat-Sun 8:30am-5:30pm Exam: 22nd
Marrero, LA      Oct 14-24, 2013
Exam Oct 27
Naples, FL      Jul 15-25, 2013
Exam July 27
Biloxi, MS      Jun 10-20, 2013
Exam June 23

Request for Information Form