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New Hampshire Fireworks Permit Rules (2026)

Conditional: In New Hampshire, consumer fireworks are legal for buyers 21+ from licensed retailers without a personal permit, but each town or city may ban, restrict, or require a local permit — the State Fire Marshal keeps a community restrictions list.

ConditionalVerified Jun 7, 2026

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In New Hampshire, consumer fireworks are legal for buyers 21+ from licensed retailers without a personal permit, but each town or city may ban, restrict, or require a local permit — the State Fire Marshal keeps a community restrictions list. Use only on private property with the owner's permission.

Official source: firemarshal.dos.nh.gov →

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Fireworks Permit Rules in states bordering New Hampshire

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

MainePermitted
In Maine, no permit is needed to buy or set off consumer fireworks, though some towns ban use.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: maine.gov · Full Maine rule →
MassachusettsRestricted
No consumer permit exists in Massachusetts — all consumer fireworks are illegal; only licensed professional displays are permitted.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: mass.gov · Full Massachusetts rule →
VermontInfo
In Vermont, no permit is needed for the sparklers and novelties consumers may use; all other consumer fireworks require a display permit.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: legislature.vermont.gov · Full Vermont rule →

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