Vermont Veterinary License Guide

Pay $175 to the Vermont Board.

• CE Exemption Rules
  • Initial licenses issued within 90 days of the renewal date are valid for the following biennial period.

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Proof of Graduation:

Ask your AVMA accredited veterinary school to submit your transcript & diploma directly to the Vermont Veterinary Medical Examining Board.

• Foreign Veterinary Graduates: Vets educated outside the US will need to complete the certificate program offered by the ECFVG OR PAVE.

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Exam Requirements:

NAVLE: New vets applying for a license in Vermont will need to pass the NAVLE examination and have their results submitted directly to the Vermont Board.

Jurisprudence Exam: Vermont does not require a jurisprudence exam for licensure at this time.

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Required Documents:

• Official transcripts, NAVLE scores, and verification of any other professional licenses held.

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Veterinarians who are already licensed in another state, US territory, Canadian province, or Washington D.C. must submit a verification of licensure for any licenses currently or previously held, including any disciplinary action taken against any of your licenses by a state veterinary board.

AAVSB Vault Service: You can have the AAVSB transfer your NAVLE test results, verification of licensure for any other veterinary licenses, and letters of good standing for a fee of $99.

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It typically takes 3 - 5 business days after you’ve completed your license application to receive your Vermont veterinary license.

Use the link above to apply for a Vermont veterinary license online.

Renewal Fee

Pay $175 to the Vermont Board.

• CE Exemption Rules
  • Initial licenses issued within 90 days of the renewal date are valid for the following biennial period.

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When do I need to renew my license?

Renewal Date: 05/31 every odd numbered year

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How long is a Vermont Veterinary License valid for?

Vermont veterinary licenses are valid for two years.

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24 Hours of CE are required every two year renewal period.

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What forms of CE qualify in Vermont?

• A maximum of 24 hours of CE may be performed remotely or online.
• Vermont rules allow for "non-course activities" like research, but do not explicitly cap online CE if it meets the learning goals).

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Continuing Education Verification & Documentation

Vermont does not verify your CE annually, but it is recommended you keep a record of your CE for 4 years as the Vermont Board of Veterinary Medicine may randomly audit you.

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You can quickly change your personal info, including last name or address, online by clicking this link.

Unfortunately, Vermont does not offer temporary veterinary licenses that allow relief veterinarians to practice in state for a limited duration.

Vermont Board of Veterinary Medicine

Phone: (802) 828-1505

Email: SOS.OPRLicensing2@vermont.gov

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Mailing Address

89 Main Street 3rd Floor Montpelier

VT 05620-3402

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