Notary Public / Wyoming
2026 data Wyoming board official source

Wyoming Notary Public License Requirements

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State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

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Authorized to perform notarizations. Commissioned in all 50 states.

What the Wyoming data shows for Notary Publics

Wyoming sets the entry bar for notary publics at board-approved training and a passing score on a state-approved exam. A background check is a standard part of the process. The credential is administered under Wyoming's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Varies".

Upfront cost is $75 on a 4-year cycle. There's no continuing-education mandate tied to this profession in Wyoming, which keeps the long-run cost of staying licensed lighter than in CE-heavy states.

Wyoming evaluates out-of-state credentials case-by-case rather than through a published reciprocity list.

Licensing Ease Score

A-
Licensing Ease Score
83/100
Notary Public · Wyoming

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training A+
None required
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee B+
$75
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden N/A
N/A
Renewal fee annualized over the renewal cycle
Continuing Education N/A
N/A
Continuing-education hours annualized over the renewal cycle
Experience Required N/A
N/A
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Wyoming

Education / Training Hours
Varies
Not specified
Exam Requirement
Required
Initial License Fee
$75
Renewal Fee
N/A
Renewal Cycle
Every 4 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Required

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Wyoming licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Notary Public in Wyoming? ▼
Wyoming requires, passing an exam, and an initial fee of $75. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Notary Public in Wyoming? ▼
To become a licensed notary public in Wyoming, you must meet the state's requirements. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Wyoming licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Notary Public license to Wyoming from another state? ▼
Wyoming doesn't publish a standing reciprocity policy for notary publics; each out-of-state application is reviewed on its own merits. Some professions fall under interstate compacts that ease portability regardless. The Wyoming licensing board can confirm what applies to your case.
Does Wyoming require a background check for Notary Public licensing? ▼
Yes, Wyoming requires a criminal background check as part of the notary public licensing process. Disqualifying offenses and review criteria are determined by the state licensing board.

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Notary Public in Wyoming is one requirement row in a notary public-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Wyoming's notary public requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Notary Public in every state
  • Read the general portability rules before moving an existing license to a new state. Transfer guide
  • See how Wyoming's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Wyoming overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Wyoming licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.