What MyDMV Vermont does and when to use it

MyDMV Vermont is the online portal where you renew your vehicle registration without visiting a DMV office in person. You log in with your Vermont driver's license number and date of birth, answer a few questions about your vehicle, pay the renewal fee, and receive your new registration by mail. The whole process takes about 10 minutes.

You can renew online if your vehicle passed inspection in the past 12 months, your registration is not expired by more than 30 days, and you have no outstanding violations or safety issues on file. If any of those conditions don't explore to you, you'll need to renew in person at a DMV office instead.

The site is open 24 hours a day. Most people renew 30 to 60 days before their registration expires, though you can renew up to six months early if you want to.

Key Takeaways

  • MyDMV Vermont lets you renew online if your vehicle passed inspection within the past year and your registration is not more than 30 days expired.
  • You'll need your Vermont driver's license number, date of birth, vehicle identification number (VIN), and a payment method to complete the renewal.
  • The renewal fee varies by vehicle weight and type; you can see the exact amount before you pay.
  • Your new registration card arrives by mail within 7 to 10 business days after you complete the transaction.
  • If your registration is expired by more than 30 days or your vehicle failed inspection, you must renew in person at a DMV office.

What you need before you start

Gather these items before you log into MyDMV Vermont. You won't be able to complete the renewal without them.

First, have your Vermont driver's license number and date of birth ready — these are what you use to log in. Next, you need your vehicle's Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), which you'll find on your current registration card, your insurance card, or the driver's side of your windshield. You also need to know your vehicle's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), which determines your renewal fee. The GVWR is printed on a sticker inside the driver's door frame or in your vehicle's manual.

Finally, have a payment method ready. MyDMV Vermont accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. There is a $1.50 processing fee added to your renewal fee when you pay online.

Steps to renew on MyDMV Vermont

Go to mydmv.vermont.gov and click the "Register a Vehicle" or "Renew Registration" link on the home page. You'll be taken to a login screen.

Enter your Vermont driver's license number and date of birth, then click "Sign In." If you don't have a MyDMV account yet, you'll be prompted to create one — this takes about two minutes and requires an email address you check regularly.

Once you're logged in, select the vehicle you want to renew from the list of vehicles on your account. If this is your first time using MyDMV, you may need to add your vehicle by entering its VIN. The system will pull up your vehicle's information automatically.

Review the vehicle details on the screen to make sure they're correct. If anything is wrong — the color, body type, or other details — stop and contact the DMV before proceeding, because the registration will print with those details.

Answer the questions about your vehicle's condition and inspection status. The system will tell you right away if you're not may be able to access to renew online. If you are may be able to access, you'll see the renewal fee based on your vehicle's weight and type.

Review the fee, enter your payment information, and submit. You'll receive a confirmation number on screen and by email. Your new registration card will arrive by mail within 7 to 10 business days.

How much the renewal costs

The renewal fee depends on your vehicle's gross vehicle weight rating, not how much it actually weighs. A passenger car typically costs between $70 and $90 to renew, while a truck or SUV may cost $90 to $150 or more. The exact amount appears on the MyDMV screen before you pay, so you'll know the total before you commit.

In addition to the base renewal fee, you'll pay a $1.50 online processing fee when you renew through MyDMV Vermont. You do not pay this fee if you renew in person at a DMV office.

If your vehicle is registered as a commercial vehicle or has special plates (like disabled veteran plates), the fee may be different. The MyDMV system will show you the correct amount for your vehicle's registration type.

What happens after you submit your renewal

You'll see a confirmation number on the screen when ready after you pay. Write this number down or take a screenshot — you may need it if you have questions about your renewal.

A confirmation email will arrive at the address you used to set up your MyDMV account. This email includes your confirmation number and the details of your renewal transaction.

Your new registration card will be mailed to the address on file with the DMV. Standard mail delivery takes 7 to 10 business days. If you need to drive before your new card arrives, you can print your confirmation email and carry it with you — it serves as proof of renewal if you're stopped by law enforcement.

If your new registration doesn't arrive within 10 business days, or if you need to update your mailing address, contact the Vermont DMV directly at 802-828-2000 or visit a DMV office in person.

When you cannot renew online

MyDMV Vermont will not let you renew online if your registration is expired by more than 30 days. In this case, you must renew in person at a DMV office. Bring your current registration card (or a copy), your driver's license, and proof of a current vehicle inspection.

You also cannot renew online if your vehicle failed its most recent inspection or if there are outstanding violations or safety holds on your account. The MyDMV system will tell you this when you try to renew and will direct you to contact the DMV or visit an office.

If you're unsure whether you're may be able to access, you can call the Vermont DMV at 802-828-2000 before you attempt to renew online. They can check your account and tell you which renewal method you need to use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I renew if my vehicle inspection expired?

No. Your vehicle must have passed inspection within the past 12 months to renew online. If your inspection is expired, you need to get your vehicle inspected first, then renew through MyDMV Vermont or at a DMV office.

What if I don't have a MyDMV account yet?

You can create one during the renewal process. You'll need an email address and your Vermont driver's license number. Account creation takes about two minutes and happens before you start the renewal itself.

Can I renew someone else's vehicle on MyDMV Vermont?

No. You can only renew a vehicle if you're the registered owner or have power of attorney. If you're renewing for someone else, they need to renew themselves or you need to renew in person at a DMV office with a signed power of attorney document.

What if my registration is already expired?

If it's expired by 30 days or less, you can still renew online through MyDMV Vermont. If it's expired by more than 30 days, you must renew in person at a DMV office and may face a late fee.

Do I need to print anything after I renew online?

No. Your new registration card will arrive by mail. You can print your confirmation email if you want proof of renewal while you wait for the card to arrive, but it's not required.