sam skywalker

Didnt know where to post this...

Does my open water certifacate run out ever?
Or Does it become unvalid if i havent dived for a year?

Pls help lol dont want to book my holiday and find i cant dive lol

ta sam

antigone

i've never asked myself the question!!! Maybe i should look out for an answer to that one! In my head it's always been a lifetime thing, but maybe it isn't!

scuba jerm

Once you're in.... you're in..... It's like the mofia.

I think dive operators want to see your card, and if you haven't dove in a long time they would suggest you take a "refresher" course to help remind you of certain things, or they will require you to dive with a Dive Master.

I don't think you're alone with the 1 year surface interval. Obviously you are a safer diver if you go out more frequently but for some that's just too difficult. Just make sure you review your materials for your own saftey. Have fun!

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Tosh

yes that's good to know. I thought it was a lifetime thing but i just wasn't 100% sure.It's like the driving license in some countries, some only need to pass it once

wallacm

Once you get your c-card it is lifetime. Although i strongly suggest if you have been out of the water for a while and have any thoughts about getting a refresher you should take it.