State guide
Vermont
Vermont uses form VT-010 for VIN/HIN verification, but the requirement is narrow rather than a standard step for every out-of-state title transfer. The DMV form specifically lists salvage documentation, title-under-bond cases, and foreign-country registrations as required VIN-verification situations, and rebuilt vehicles must also be inspected by an authorized representative before titling.
Checked against official sources on October 4, 2026. Rules and links change; confirm with the office listed before you act.
- When a VIN verification is required
- Vermont requires VIN verification on form VT-010 for vehicles with salvage documentation from any state, vehicles being titled under bond, vehicles registered in a foreign country including Canada, and the title page also requires VT-010 for certain used vehicles not previously registered in Vermont when no NMVTIS record appears.
- Who can do it
- VT-010 says Vermont verifications completed in Vermont must be done by a Vermont law enforcement officer, personnel employed by a law-enforcement unit under direct supervision of a law enforcement officer, or DMV employees designated by the Commissioner; the Chief Inspector's office may authorize other acceptable agencies or persons in limited cases.
- Official form
- VT-010 Verification of VIN/HIN
- Fee
- Not published by an official source we could verify. Ask the office.
- Official instructions
- Official page →
Official resources in Vermont
Official DMV form page for VIN/HIN verification, including the VT-010 form ID.
Main Vermont title page with title-transfer requirements and the NMVTIS-related VT-010 requirement for certain used vehicles.
Explains rebuilt/salvage title processing and lists VIN verification among required documents.
Official DMV office locator for Montpelier and branch offices.
Official DMV contact page with general phone numbers and appointment information.
Key facts for Vermont
- VT-010 says VIN verification is required for salvage documentation from any state.
- VT-010 says VIN verification is required when a vehicle is being titled under bond.
- VT-010 says VIN verification is required when a vehicle has a registration from a foreign country, including Canada.
- The title page says a used vehicle not previously registered in Vermont may need VT-010 when no NMVTIS record appears.
- The rebuilt-title page says a rebuilt vehicle must be inspected by an authorized representative before titling or registration.
- The public Locations page says appointments can be scheduled online or by calling 888-970-0357.
Official VIN inspection locations in Vermont
| Location | city | phone | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montpelier DMV Office | Montpelier | 802.828.2000 | Main DMV office at 120 State Street; the Locations page says schedule online or use the statewide scheduling number. |
| Saint Albans DMV Office | Saint Albans | Not published* | Branch office offering registration, tax, and title services; appointments are highly recommended. |
| Rutland DMV Office | Rutland | Not published* | Branch office offering registration, tax, and title services. |
| Vermont DMV Locations program | Not published* | 888-970-0357 | Official statewide office locator for DMV counters where residents can handle title and registration work. |
* Not published: the official page doesn't list it. Call the office to confirm before you rely on it.
What to do next
- Check the title page first; ordinary out-of-state titling is not described as automatically needing VT-010.
- If your vehicle has salvage papers, a bonded-title issue, or foreign registration, arrange VT-010 before filing title paperwork.
- Use a DMV office or Vermont law-enforcement contact in advance, because VT-010 says Vermont verifications generally must be completed in Vermont.
Not seeing your location or county?
Not every location publishes its rules online. Try these, in order:
- General Start with the statewide information above.
- Closest verified Nearest places where we have verified local data outside this state (distance from Vermont's population center, for comparison only):
- Plattsburgh Examination Facility, New York · about 51 miles
- DMV Substation / State Police Troop E - Tamworth, New Hampshire · about 82 miles
- DMV - Keene, New Hampshire · about 84 miles
- Call to confirm Ask the official office.Verification of VIN/HIN (VT-010)
Website →Phone not shown: use the contact page on the official website above.Your city or county office: Local governments →Not sure who handles it locally? USAGov's free help line, 1-844-872-4681, or the Vermont page on USA.gov can point you to the right office. - Know the current info? Tell us with a link to the official page.