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⚠️ Important: This comparison is based on published state licensing requirements and may not reflect recent changes. Reciprocity and transfer rules change frequently and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis by state licensing boards. This tool is for research purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Always contact New Hampshire Electricians' Board, Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC) directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your electrician license from Vermont to New Hampshire
New Hampshire has reciprocity agreements with Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont. Applicants for endorsement must have at least one year of professional experience in the licensure category sought (per Plc 313.24). Licensed electricians from these states may obtain a NH license without passing the NH exam.
| Requirement | Vermont (VT) | New Hampshire (NH) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements● | Must complete 576 hours of classroom instruction for journeyman. No specific general education requirement stated, but apprenticeship programs typically require high school diploma or equivalent. | High school diploma or GED required for all license levels |
| Exam Requirements● | Provider: ICC (International Code Council) / Prov, Inc.; NEC: 2023 NEC (Vermont Electrical Safety Rules, 2025 Edition, effective 11/05/2025); Journeyman exam: required; Master exam: required | Provider: Prov, Inc.; NEC: 2023 NEC effective July 1, 2025 with NH-specific amendments; Journeyman exam: required; Master exam: required |
| Experience Requirements● | apprentice: No prior experience required; must work under direction of a master electrician; journeyman: 8,000 hours of documented on-the-job electrical experience (generally through apprenticeship) and 576 hours of classroom instruction covering electrical theory, safety, and code requirements. Alternative: verification by Vermont Apprenticeship Council of completed apprenticeship, or equivalent training acceptable to the Board.; master: Must have been licensed as and working as a journeyman electrician for at least 2 years, or have comparable experience acceptable to the Board | apprentice: No prior experience required; must register with OPLC and work under direct supervision of a licensed electrician; journeyman: 8,000 hours of practical experience as an apprentice under a licensed journeyman or master electrician, plus 576 hours of electrical schooling (144 hours per year for 4 years). Alternative: 10 years of experience as a journeyman or master electrician licensed in another jurisdiction.; master: Must be a licensed journeyman electrician for at least 2 years (minimum 2,000 hours of work experience as a licensed journeyman) |
| Fees | apprentice registration fee: $115; journeyman license fee: $115; master license fee: $150; exam fee: $65; renewal fee: $150; total initial fees: $215; confidence: high | apprentice registration fee: $33; journeyman license fee: $50; master license fee: $50; exam fee: $100; renewal fee: $270; total initial fees: $150; confidence: high |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: 3 years; CE hours: 15; Fee: $150 | Period: 2 years; CE hours: 15; Fee: $270 |
Data verified as of 2026-04-03. Requirements may have changed since verification.
Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).
These steps are general guidance based on common transfer processes. Your state may have a different process. Always follow the instructions provided by your state licensing board.
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