Vermont

At a glanceRequirements at a glance

State License

No

No. Intrastate household goods movers are not required to hold a state-specific license.

Insurance

No mover-specific state insurance requirement was identified. No Vermont rule was identified requiring movers to insure customers’ goods; some carriers offer basic valuation coverage (for example, $0.60 per pound), so customers should ask what protection, if any, is offered.

Tariff

No. There is no state tariff filing requirement.

USDOT / Trip Permits

Where applicable. Commercial vehicle operators must comply with USDOT registration. Out-of-state moves or oversize loads may require special permits.

Consumer Complaints

Issues may be reported through the Vermont Attorney General: Online Form

OverviewOverview & Scope

Vermont does not require intrastate household goods movers to obtain a state-issued license. However, all operators using commercial vehicles are expected to comply with federal regulations, including obtaining a USDOT number. Where a mover subcontracts transport, the carrier’s own registrations and permits cover the transport it performs.

ConsumerConsumer Guidance

Because Vermont has no mover-specific license, consumers should:

• Ask whether the mover carries liability and cargo insurance, and what valuation coverage is offered.
• Ask for a clear written estimate and a bill of lading.
• Check that the mover’s commercial vehicles show a USDOT number.
• Report unresolved disputes to the Vermont Attorney General.

ChecklistCompliance checklist

Subcontracted transport

• Where transport is subcontracted, the mover uses carriers that hold the licences required for the transport they performWhere applicableVerified by AffirmationRequired

Vehicles and drivers (where the mover operates its own vehicles)

• USDOT numberWhere applicable (mover operates its own commercial vehicles)Verified by DocumentRequired
• Overweight/oversize and out-of-state trip permitsWhere applicable (mover operates its own vehicles on oversize loads or out-of-state moves)Verified by DocumentRequired