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Vermont Electrical License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

Vermont has 3 Electrical license classes. Most renew every 3 years. Renewal fees are about $115 to $150, depending on the class. Fees change, so check the official site for the exact amount. Continuing education ranges from 8 to 15 hours. The details for each class are below.

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Verified dataLast checked Oct 17, 2026, next review due July 2027

Informational: verify with the issuing board.

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Journeyman Electrician

Journeyman · State license · Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety (Trade Licensing)

Remind me before this expires
Renew on the official siteBoard phone: 802-479-7564 (Oil & gas technicians: 802-216-0500)
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
Continuing education
15 hours15 hours NEC instruction in preceding 36 months; Energy Goals module at each renewal.
Deadline rule
License valid 3 years; expires on the last day of a month designated by the Board (26 V.S.A. 908(a)). Renewal application and fee must be received on or before the expiration date. The expiration month is shown on the license.
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Grace period
No grace period to keep working: the license lapses at expiration and unsupervised electrical work is not allowed on a lapsed license. Late renewal window is 1 year after expiration with a $25 late fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $115
Late fee
Lapsed license may be renewed within one year after expiration by paying about $25 in addition to the renewal fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)).
Reinstatement
Within 1 year of expiration: renew and pay the about $25 late fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)). After 1 year: contact DFS Licensing (802-479-7564).

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond
Not required
Insurance
Not required
Reciprocity
No reciprocity terms are published; contact DFS Licensing (802-479-7564).
Notes

3-year fee per 26 V.S.A. 905(d).

Confidence: HighConfirmed from official rule textLast checked Oct 17, 2026
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Master Electrician

Master · State license · Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety (Trade Licensing)

Remind me before this expires
Renew on the official siteBoard phone: 802-479-7564 (Oil & gas technicians: 802-216-0500)
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
Continuing education
15 hours
Show CE rules15 hours of Board-approved instruction on the National Electrical Code in the preceding 36 months (26 V.S.A. 908(b)); plus Energy Goals education module (max 2 hours) at initial and each renewal; approved-course list on DFS site.
Deadline rule
License valid 3 years; expires on the last day of a month designated by the Board (26 V.S.A. 908(a)). Renewal application and fee must be received on or before the expiration date. The expiration month is shown on the license.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
No grace period to keep working: the license lapses at expiration and unsupervised electrical work is not allowed on a lapsed license. Late renewal window is 1 year after expiration with a $25 late fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $150
Late fee
Lapsed license may be renewed within one year after expiration by paying about $25 in addition to the renewal fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)).
Reinstatement
Within 1 year of expiration: renew and pay the about $25 late fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)). After 1 year: contact DFS Licensing (802-479-7564).

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond
Not required
Insurance
Not required
Reciprocity
No reciprocity terms are published; contact DFS Licensing (802-479-7564).
Notes

Fee is for the 3-year term (26 V.S.A. 905(d)). The 2025 Vermont Electrical Safety Rules took effect November 5, 2025.

Confidence: HighConfirmed from official rule textLast checked Oct 17, 2026
Sources (5)

Type-S (Specialty) Journeyman Electrician (e.g., refrigeration, well pumps)

Type S · State license · Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety (Trade Licensing)

Remind me before this expires
Renew on the official siteBoard phone: 802-479-7564 (Oil & gas technicians: 802-216-0500)
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
Continuing education
8 hours
Show CE rules8 hours on the specialty in preceding 36 months (holders of multiple Type-S need not exceed 15); Energy Goals module at each renewal.
Deadline rule
License valid 3 years; expires on the last day of a month designated by the Board (26 V.S.A. 908(a)). Renewal application and fee must be received on or before the expiration date. The expiration month is shown on the license.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
No grace period to keep working: the license lapses at expiration and unsupervised electrical work is not allowed on a lapsed license. Late renewal window is 1 year after expiration with a $25 late fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $115
Late fee
Lapsed license may be renewed within one year after expiration by paying about $25 in addition to the renewal fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)).
Reinstatement
Within 1 year of expiration: renew and pay the about $25 late fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)). After 1 year: contact DFS Licensing (802-479-7564).

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond
Not required
Insurance
Not required
Reciprocity
No reciprocity terms are published; contact DFS Licensing (802-479-7564).
Notes

$115 per field per 3-year term.

Confidence: HighConfirmed from official rule textLast checked Oct 17, 2026
Sources (5)

The hours, required topics, approved providers and reporting rules for each license are on the Vermont Electrical continuing education page.

How to renew

  1. 1Check your Journeyman Electrician deadline: License valid 3 years; expires on the last day of a month designated by the Board (26 V.S.A. 908(a)). Renewal application and fee must be received on or before the expiration date. The expiration month is shown on the license.
  2. 2Complete 15 continuing education hours before renewing. 15 hours NEC instruction in preceding 36 months; Energy Goals module at each renewal.
  3. 3Renew online at https://vt.accessgov.com/electrician-renewal/Forms/Page/electrician-renewal/ddb4c19d-c68e-4a61-b868-8f8ed3cb358a/d29baec8-2b68-46b8-851c-7c9f6f785d25/
  4. 4Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $115, but fees change.
  5. 5If you miss the deadline: Lapsed license may be renewed within one year after expiration by paying about $25 in addition to the renewal fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)).
  6. 6Check your Master Electrician deadline: License valid 3 years; expires on the last day of a month designated by the Board (26 V.S.A. 908(a)). Renewal application and fee must be received on or before the expiration date. The expiration month is shown on the license.
  7. 7Complete 15 continuing education hours before renewing. 15 hours of Board-approved instruction on the National Electrical Code in the preceding 36 months (26 V.S.A. 908(b)); plus Energy Goals education module (max 2 hours) at initial and each renewal; approved-course list on DFS site.
  8. 8Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $150, but fees change.
  9. 9Check your Type-S (Specialty) Journeyman Electrician (e.g., refrigeration, well pumps) deadline: License valid 3 years; expires on the last day of a month designated by the Board (26 V.S.A. 908(a)). Renewal application and fee must be received on or before the expiration date. The expiration month is shown on the license.
  10. 10Complete 8 continuing education hours before renewing. 8 hours on the specialty in preceding 36 months (holders of multiple Type-S need not exceed 15); Energy Goals module at each renewal.

Vermont Electrical renewal questions

Answers come from the records above. Informational: verify with the issuing board.

When does a Vermont electrical license expire?

Journeyman Electrician: renews every 3 years. License valid 3 years; expires on the last day of a month designated by the Board (26 V.S.A. 908(a)). Renewal application and fee must be received on or before the expiration date. The expiration month is shown on the license. Master Electrician: renews every 3 years. License valid 3 years; expires on the last day of a month designated by the Board (26 V.S.A. 908(a)). Renewal application and fee must be received on or before the expiration date. The expiration month is shown on the license. Type-S (Specialty) Journeyman Electrician (e.g., refrigeration, well pumps): renews every 3 years. License valid 3 years; expires on the last day of a month designated by the Board (26 V.S.A. 908(a)). Renewal application and fee must be received on or before the expiration date. The expiration month is shown on the license. Check with Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety (Trade Licensing) before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does a Vermont electrical license need?

Journeyman Electrician: 15 hours per renewal. Master Electrician: 15 hours per renewal. Type-S (Specialty) Journeyman Electrician (e.g., refrigeration, well pumps): 8 hours per renewal. Check with Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety (Trade Licensing) before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for a Vermont electrical license?

No grace period to keep working: the license lapses at expiration and unsupervised electrical work is not allowed on a lapsed license. Late renewal window is 1 year after expiration with a $25 late fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)). Check with Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety (Trade Licensing) before you rely on it.

How much does it cost to renew a Vermont electrical license?

Journeyman Electrician: About $115. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

What happens if a Vermont electrical license expires?

Lapsed license may be renewed within one year after expiration by paying about $25 in addition to the renewal fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)). Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Does Vermont accept electrical licenses from other states?

No reciprocity terms are published; contact DFS Licensing (802-479-7564). Check with Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety (Trade Licensing) before you rely on it.

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Spot something out of date?

Informational only. Check it with the issuing board. Licensing rules, deadlines and CE requirements change, fee amounts are approximate, and this page can be out of date. It is not legal advice, and we are not affiliated with any state board. Read the disclaimer.

This information is here to help you plan, not to replace the board. Fee amounts are approximate and may be out of date. Deadlines and continuing education rules change too, sometimes without much notice. Always confirm with your licensing board and its official site before you rely on a date or an amount. This is not legal advice.

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