Appropriate age for dating? Experts recommend ages 16 and 17 is the ideal age to start dating, along with observing how mature your child is and how well they handle responsibilities.

What age should you have a boyfriend?

Consider their emotional maturity and sense of responsibility. For many kids, 16 seems to be an appropriate age, but it may be entirely suitable for a mature 15-year-old to go on a date, or to make your immature 16-year-old wait a year or two. You can also consider what other parents are doing.