Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) / Vermont
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Vermont Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) License Requirements

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Operates large commercial vehicles. Federal CDL recognized nationwide.

What the Vermont data shows for Commercial Truck Driver (CDL)s

Vermont sets the entry bar for commercial truck driver (cdl)s at 166 training hours and a passing score on CDL Knowledge Tests and Skills Test. A background check is a standard part of the process, and applicants must be 21 or older. The credential is administered under Vermont's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "CDL Training Program".

Budget $27 to get started, plus $23 at each renewal on a 4-year cycle. Vermont doesn't require continuing education for this license, so upkeep costs stay confined to the renewal fee itself.

Reciprocity for this profession works like this: Federal CDL recognized in all 50 states.

Licensing Ease Score

A
Licensing Ease Score
87/100
Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) · Vermont

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training B-
166 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee A+
$27
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden A+
$6/yr
$23 every 4 years
Continuing Education A+
None required
No continuing-education mandate
Experience Required A+
None required
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Vermont

Education / Training Hours
CDL Training Program
166 hours
Exam Requirement
CDL Knowledge Tests and Skills Test
Required
Initial License Fee
$27
Renewal Fee
$23
Renewal Cycle
Every 4 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
21 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Vermont licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) in Vermont? ▼
In Vermont, the license path calls for 166 education/training hours, a passing score on CDL Knowledge Tests and Skills Test, and a $27 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as a Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) in Vermont? ▼
Vermont licenses commercial truck driver (cdl)s who complete its requirements (166 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Vermont licensing board.
Can I transfer my Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) license to Vermont from another state? ▼
Reciprocity for commercial truck driver (cdl)s nationally works like this: Federal CDL recognized in all 50 states. Beyond that baseline, interstate compacts exist for many professions and may smooth a transfer into Vermont. Verify the specifics with the Vermont licensing board.
Does Vermont require a background check for Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) licensing? ▼
A criminal background check is mandatory for commercial truck driver (cdl) licensing in Vermont. The state licensing board sets the disqualifying-offense criteria and review process.

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Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) in Vermont, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in a commercial truck driver (cdl)-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Vermont's commercial truck driver (cdl) requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state commercial truck driver (cdl) license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how Vermont's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Vermont overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Vermont licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.