Vermont Demographics & State Living Rules
Population estimate, state tax structure, DMV licensing information, school-immunization rules, and immigration-verification guidance for Vermont.
Vermont Demographic & Economic Profile
| State Name & Code | Vermont (VT) |
| State Capital | Montpelier |
| Total Population | 644,663 residents |
| Individual State Income Tax Structure | 3.35% - 8.75% |
| Major Expat & Diaspora Hubs | Burlington, South Burlington, Rutland |
Key Administrative Checkpoints & Rules
New Vermont residents must obtain a Vermont driver's license within 60 days
A person who moves to Vermont with a valid license from another jurisdiction must obtain a Vermont driver's license within 60 days. A qualifying out-of-state Commercial Driver License must generally be transferred within 30 days.
A current out-of-state license can transfer without repeating all tests
Applicants with a valid out-of-state license, or one expired for less than three years, generally need an eye examination and the required documents rather than automatically repeating the written and road tests.
Foreign-license rules depend on residency and country
Vermont recognizes qualifying foreign licenses for nonresidents under its visitor rules. A valid foreign license in a language other than English must generally be accompanied by an International Driving Permit. Vermont also has a specific reciprocity agreement with Taiwan.
Vermont requires annual vehicle inspections
Vehicles registered in Vermont must generally be inspected every year at an approved inspection station. A newly registered vehicle without a valid Vermont inspection sticker must generally be inspected within 15 days of registration.
Vehicle registration after moving has a 60-day deadline
A Vermont resident who moves from another jurisdiction must generally register the vehicle within 60 days of moving to Vermont.
Vermont has graduated individual income tax rates
Vermont imposes a state individual income tax with rates ranging from 3.35% to 8.75%. The applicable tax depends on taxable income and filing status.
Kindergarten and 7th-grade students have defined vaccine requirements
Kindergarten entry generally requires 5 DTaP, 4 polio, 2 MMR, 3 hepatitis B, and 2 varicella doses. Seventh-grade students must also receive Tdap, with additional MenACWY requirements for qualifying residential students.
Driver Licensing Guidelines
Vermont Driver License for New Residents
A person who moves to Vermont with a valid license from another jurisdiction must obtain a Vermont driver's license within 60 days. Commercial Driver License holders transferring from another state generally have 30 days.
Out-of-State License Transfer
A new Vermont resident with a valid out-of-state license, or one expired for less than three years, generally takes an eye examination and provides the required identity and residency documents. The prior license must be surrendered when the Vermont license is issued.
Written and Road Tests
Applicants without a qualifying out-of-state license generally must complete the applicable vision, written, and road tests. A valid out-of-state transfer does not automatically require repeating those examinations.
Foreign License Reciprocity
Vermont has a specific reciprocal licensing agreement with Taiwan. Eligible applicants at least 18 years old with a valid Taiwan license can have the knowledge and skills tests waived, subject to Vermont's documentation and application requirements.
Foreign License and International Driving Permit
Qualifying nonresidents can drive in Vermont with a valid foreign license under the state's visitor rules. When the foreign license is not in English, an International Driving Permit must generally accompany it. An IDP is only a translation supplement and does not independently confer driving privileges.
REAL ID and Lawful Status
Vermont REAL ID applicants must provide the required identity and lawful-status documents. Foreign nationals generally provide documentation such as a passport, visa, Permanent Resident Card, or other accepted evidence of lawful status, which Vermont DMV may verify through SAVE.
Limited-Term Credentials
A Vermont credential issued to a foreign national with temporary lawful status can be marked 'limited term' and generally expires according to the documented period of lawful status.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about Vermont's DMV transfer rules, tax structure, or SAVE?
Refer to FAQ Section Above• Vermont DMV — Driver's License, New: dmv.vermont.gov
• Vermont DMV — Foreign Driver's Licenses: dmv.vermont.gov
• Vermont DMV — Foreign License Reciprocity: dmv.vermont.gov
• Vermont DMV — Vehicle Inspections: dmv.vermont.gov
• Vermont Department of Taxes — 2026 Rate Schedules: tax.vermont.gov
• Vermont Department of Health — Immunization Requirements: healthvermont.gov
• U.S. Census Bureau — Vermont QuickFacts: census.gov
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