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Vermont License Plate Display Law — 2025 Guide

Front + Rear Required
Quick Answer

Vermont requires both front and rear license plates.

The Law at a Glance

Statute
Vermont Statutes Title 23 §511
Mounting
Front + Rear Required
Plate Format
ABC 123
Penalty
Fines vary by jurisdiction.
Plate Design
Green-and-white 'Green Mountain State' design.

Recent Changes

Vermont has frequently used green-and-white color schemes. Municipal government plates have red backgrounds. State Police plates are green with yellow lettering matching VSP patrol vehicles.

State-Specific Notes

Vermont is a two-plate state with distinctive green branding.

Plate Design Details

First Issued
1985
Plate Style
Debossed serial; reflective sheeting
Full Design
White on green with small white tree in top left corner — 'Green Mountain State'
Current Format
ABC 123 (1990–present)

Letter Exclusions

I, J, O, Q, and U are not used. V and Z were also skipped until January 2024, starting with KPV 100.

Historical Plates Still Valid

Earlier 1985–1990 formats: 1A234 (1985), 123A4 (1986–1987), 1AB23 (1988), 12AB3 (1989). All remain valid.

Notable Facts

Vermont has frequently used green-and-white color schemes — its plates are among the most distinctive in the U.S. for their consistent state symbolism. Municipal government plates have a red background instead of green. Vermont State Police plates are green with yellow lettering, matching the patrol vehicle color scheme.

How atroq Frames Stay Compliant in Vermont

atroq frames in Vermont are engineered to comply with all display requirements. The frame's recessed sticker windows keep renewal stickers visible. The frame's thickness does not obscure the alphanumeric serial, state name, or the issuing jurisdiction. atroq's universal mounting fits Vermont's standard 6 × 12 inch passenger plates. Since Vermont requires both plates, customers typically order frames in pairs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a front license plate required in Vermont?
Yes. Vermont requires both a front and rear license plate on all registered passenger vehicles. Vermont requires both front and rear license plates.
What is the Vermont license plate format?
Vermont uses the format ABC 123 for standard passenger plates.
How often does Vermont change its plate design?
Vermont updates plate designs periodically. Vermont has frequently used green-and-white color schemes. Municipal government plates have red backgrounds. State Police plates are green with yellow lettering matching VSP patrol vehicles.
Are decorative license plate frames legal in Vermont?
Yes. Decorative frames are legal in Vermont as long as they do not obscure the alphanumeric serial, the state name, or any registration sticker. atroq frames are designed to comply with Vermont display requirements.
What size are Vermont license plates?
Vermont issues plates in the U.S. standard 6 × 12 inches (150 × 300 mm) for passenger vehicles, matching the 1956 SAE / Automobile Manufacturers Association dimensional agreement.

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