NSW has maintained the unenviable title of the most expensive Jet Ski licence fees in the world. Changes from 1 July 2026 have pushed costs to new highs. Here’s how much you can expect to pay for your next renewal.
There are renewed calls for fairer fees for Jet Ski and personal watercraft licences across Australia after one state eclipsed the $1000 barrier for a 10-year licence, while some jurisdictions have a modest one-off lifetime cost.
Getting your licence to ride a Jet Ski or personal watercraft can be a bargain or cost a fortune depending on where you live in Australia. And some jurisdictions have a one-off fee or none at all.
