Vermont Electrician License Reciprocity Guide
Yes. Vermont has reciprocity with 2 states.
Typical timeline: 4–8 weeks. Always confirm details with Vermont Department of Public Safety — Division of Fire Safety, Electrical Licensing Board before applying.
Reciprocal states (2)
| State | Classes covered | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NH · New Hampshire | Journeyman, Master | — |
| ME · Maine | Journeyman, Master | — |
Requirements checklist
- Licensed 1+ year in your home stateLicense must be current and in good standing.
- No exam for reciprocal applicantsReciprocity applicants (NH/ME only) exempt from VT exam. Requires certified letter from reciprocating state — photocopies not accepted.
- Experience affidavitRequired with the application.
- Letter of good standingRequest one from your home-state board.
Vermont's reciprocity is uniquely restrictive — ONLY New Hampshire and Maine. This forms the tightly-integrated NE 3-state cluster with all three states mutually reciprocating. Vermont requires a CERTIFIED letter from the reciprocating state — photocopies of licenses are not accepted. Contact: DPS.DFSLicensing@vermont.gov.
Fees
| License class | Total | Breakdown |
|---|---|---|
| Journeyman | $115 | $115 (3-year license term) |
| Master | $150 | $150 (3-year license term) |
How to apply in Vermont
- Complete the Vermont Department of Public Safety — Division of Fire Safety, Electrical Licensing Board reciprocal application — official application.
- Attach proof of 1+ year of licensure, your experience affidavit, and your letter of good standing.
- Submit to Vermont Department of Public Safety — Division of Fire Safety, Electrical Licensing Board, 1311 US RTE 302, Suite 600, Barre, VT 05641-2351.
- Questions? Call (802) 479-7564. Allow 4–8 weeks for processing.
Apprentice Registration
- Registration fee
- Contact board — VT apprentice registration fees — contact Division of Fire Safety.
- Renewal
- Not published
- License duration
- 4 years
- Employer requirements
- Must work under supervision of a licensed VT journeyman or master. Completion of Vermont Apprenticeship Program required for standard journeyman path.
1. Enroll in Vermont Apprenticeship Program 2. Complete required practical experience over 4 years under supervision 3. Apply for VT Journeyman license upon program completion (within 2 years of finishing)
VT's alternative 12,000-hour affidavit path (vs 8,000-hour apprenticeship path) is unusual — indicates VT is more lenient for non-traditional entrants who can document extensive experience.
Moving from another state?
- Must re-register: Yes
- Out-of-state hours transfer: Conditions apply
VT accepts 12,000 hours documented via employer affidavits as alternate journeyman path. Out-of-state apprentice hours can credit toward this via documentation. Contact DPS.DFSLicensing@vermont.gov.
Apprentice rules change often — confirm with Vermont before relying on this summary.
Coming from a non-reciprocal state?
VERMONT ONLY RECIPROCATES WITH NH AND ME — the smallest reciprocity partner list of any reciprocity-having state.
Non-reciprocal alternate paths: - Master: 2+ years holding VT Journeyman OR 16,000 hours documented via employer affidavits - Journeyman: Completion of Vermont Apprenticeship Program (within 2 years) OR 12,000 hours via employer affidavits - Specialist: Formal training + 2,000 hours experience OR 4,000 hours experience without formal training ($115 per field)
Local licensing notes
VT Division of Fire Safety license covers Burlington, South Burlington, Rutland, Montpelier, and all VT cities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Vermont have electrician license reciprocity?
Yes. Vermont has reciprocity agreements with 2 states: New Hampshire, Maine.
How much does electrician reciprocity cost in Vermont?
journeyman: $115 ($115 (3-year license term)); master: $150 ($150 (3-year license term))
How long does the Vermont reciprocity process take?
Typical processing time is 4-8 weeks once the Vermont Department of Public Safety — Division of Fire Safety, Electrical Licensing Board receives a complete application with verification from your issuing state.
Do I need to take an exam to reciprocate my license into Vermont?
No. Reciprocal applicants from partner states are exempt from the Vermont exam. Reciprocity applicants (NH/ME only) exempt from VT exam. Requires certified letter from reciprocating state — photocopies not accepted.
Can I transfer apprentice hours to Vermont?
Yes, with conditions. VT accepts 12,000 hours documented via employer affidavits as alternate journeyman path. Out-of-state apprentice hours can credit toward this via documentation. Contact DPS.DFSLicensing@vermont.gov.
Licensed in Vermont? See the full list of states that accept your license.
Last verified 2026-09-26 · Source: Vermont Department of Public Safety — Division of Fire Safety, Electrical Licensing Board. Reciprocity data is informational only and may be stale. Confirm with the destination state licensing board before applying.