Vermont vehicle registration fees are processed through the Vermont DMV at dmv.vermont.gov or a participating town clerk office. Vermont is a two-plate state. This page covers registration costs, taxes, replacement fees, emissions requirements, insurance minimums, and late fee rules.
Registration Fees
Vermont registration fees are based on the fee structure described below. Contact the Vermont DMV at dmv.vermont.gov or a participating town clerk office for the most current fee schedule applicable to your specific vehicle.
How much does it cost to register a vehicle in Vermont, and has the sticker requirement changed?
The registration fee structure for Vermont is detailed in the table below. Contact the Vermont DMV at dmv.vermont.gov or a participating town clerk office for your specific vehicle’s total.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Registration fee | Contact the Vermont DMV at dmv.vermont.gov or a participating town clerk office for current amounts |
| EV surcharge | Contact the Vermont DMV at dmv.vermont.gov or a participating town clerk office for current EV fee |
Contact the Vermont DMV at dmv.vermont.gov or a participating town clerk office for the current plate replacement fee. Vermont is a two-plate state - replacement typically involves both front and rear plates.
Plate Replacement
Contact the Vermont DMV at dmv.vermont.gov or a participating town clerk office for the current plate replacement fee. Vermont is a two-plate state, which affects the replacement cost.
How much does Vermont charge to replace a license plate?
Vermont charges 6% purchase and use tax on vehicle purchases at the time of title transfer.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Standard plate replacement | Contact the Vermont DMV at dmv.vermont.gov or a participating town clerk office for the current fee |
| Personalized plate replacement | Contact the Vermont DMV at dmv.vermont.gov or a participating town clerk office for current fee |
Vehicle Taxes
Vermont charges 6% purchase and use tax on vehicle purchases. This is typically the dominant one-time cost when acquiring a new or used vehicle.
What is Vermont’s 6% purchase and use tax on vehicle purchases?
Vermont requires an annual vehicle safety inspection at licensed inspection stations. Vermont does not require a separate emissions test for standard passenger vehicle registration.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Sales or excise tax on vehicle purchase | 6% purchase and use tax |
| Local taxes | Vary by jurisdiction - contact your local tax authority |
Vermont requires minimum liability insurance for all registered vehicles. Proof of insurance must be provided at registration.
Emissions Testing
Check your Vermont renewal notice to determine whether emissions testing is required for your specific vehicle and registration area.
Does Vermont require a vehicle emissions test for registration renewal?
Vermont charges late fees for registration not completed on time. Renewals permitted up to 3 years past expiration with penalties - contact Vermont DMV at dmv.vermont.gov for current schedule.
Insurance Requirements
Vermont requires all registered vehicles to carry minimum liability insurance as a condition of registration.
What are Vermont’s minimum auto insurance requirements including uninsured motorist coverage?
Vermont allows renewals up to 60 days before expiration and up to 3 years past expiration with penalties. New residents must register within 60 days of establishing residency.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Bodily injury - per person | See your state minimums |
| Bodily injury - per accident | See your state minimums |
| Property damage - per accident | See your state minimums |
Late Fees and Penalties
Vermont charges penalties for vehicle registration not completed within the required timeframe. The rules vary by whether it is a new purchase or a renewal.
Can I renew my Vermont registration years after it has expired?
Contact the Vermont DMV at dmv.vermont.gov or a participating town clerk office for current registration fee refund eligibility.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Late registration penalty | Contact the Vermont DMV at dmv.vermont.gov or a participating town clerk office for the current penalty schedule |
Grace Period
Vermont’s grace period rules determine how much time you have after expiration or purchase before penalties begin to apply.
How far past the expiration date can I renew my Vermont registration?
See the registration fee table above. Contact the Vermont DMV at dmv.vermont.gov or a participating town clerk office for your specific vehicle’s total.
Refunds
Vermont may allow registration fee refunds in certain situations. Contact the Vermont DMV at dmv.vermont.gov or a participating town clerk office for current eligibility requirements.
Can I get a refund on my Vermont registration fee if I sell or move out of state?
Contact Vermont DMV at dmv.vermont.gov for the current fee