All boats are required to have a valid permit when launching and while operating on Lake Whatcom or Lake Samish. Resident boats will need to have an annual permit to remain on the lake throughout the season.
If you need to get your vessel inspected and permitted OR if your vessel is returning from out of the area and needs to be re-inspected, please call (360) 778-7975 to schedule an on-site appointment. Please call in advance as we have limited staff available for on-site appointments.
If you have paid online, please provide your name to an inspector when you arrive at the check station so they can look up your payment. You will receive your Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) permit after passing the inspection.
Purchase a permit
Visit the Whatcom Boat Inspection website to find current permit prices and purchase a permit.
More information
Visit the Whatcom Boat Inspections website or call the Whatcom Boat Inspection Hotline at (360) 778-7975.
