Quick Facts
Commission Term
6 years
Bond
Not required
Application Fee
$60
Issuing Authority
Secretary of State issues commission (changed from county clerk as of July 1, 2021)
Journal
Optional
Fee Caps
Yes
What makes Wyoming distinctive
- Wyoming permits remote online notarization (RON), joining 29 other states that allow notarization over live video.
- Wyoming's $60 application fee is well above the national median of $30.
- Wyoming's 6-year commission term is longer than the national median of 4 years, meaning fewer renewals over a notary's career.
Authorized Services
Core Services
Free TierAdvanced Services
Pro TierIdentity Verification Methods
- Personal Knowledge
- Government-Issued ID
- Credible Witness
Remote Online Notarization (RON)
RON Available
Wyoming authorizes remote online notarization. Additional requirements may apply.
Key Considerations
- RULONA state (Wyoming Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts adopted effective July 1, 2021)
- Major law revision July 1, 2021: repealed prior Wyoming Uniform Law on Notarial Acts (W.S. 32-1-101 through 32-1-114)
- 6-year commission term (changed from 4 years in 2021)
- NO bond required (surety bond requirement ELIMINATED July 1, 2021 - unique change)
- Voluntary $500 bond or E&O insurance option for personal liability protection (not filed with State/County)
Regulatory Authority
Wyoming Secretary of State - Notary Division
Visit official websiteStatutory Authority
Primary sources backing this guide. Refer to your state's current statutes for the authoritative text.
Wyoming Statutes Title 32, Chapter 3, Article 1
Wyoming Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts
Primary statutory authority. RULONA adopted: Yes. Effective: RULONA adopted effective July 1, 2021 via SF 29; repealed prior Wyoming Uniform Law on Notarial Acts
W.S. 32-3-104
W.S. 32-3-104
Referenced in state compliance data
W.S. 32-3-105
W.S. 32-3-105
Referenced in state compliance data
W.S. 32-3-106
W.S. 32-3-106
Referenced in state compliance data
W.S. 32-3-107
W.S. 32-3-107
Referenced in state compliance data
W.S. 32-3-108
W.S. 32-3-108
Referenced in state compliance data
Wyoming notary authority
Wyoming notary authority
Referenced in state compliance data
Wyoming marriage laws
Wyoming marriage laws
Referenced in state compliance data
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a notary commission valid in Wyoming?
A Wyoming notary public commission is valid for 6 years from the date of issue. Renewal requires reapplying through the Wyoming Secretary of State - Notary Division before the term expires.
How much does it cost to apply to be a notary in Wyoming?
Wyoming charges $60 as the application fee to the Wyoming Secretary of State - Notary Division. Additional costs may include the surety bond, official seal or stamp, and required journal.
Does Wyoming require a notary bond?
No. Wyoming does not require a surety bond as part of the notary commission. Errors and omissions (E&O) insurance is optional and may still be advisable for protection against personal liability.
Is a notary journal required in Wyoming?
Wyoming does not legally require a notary journal, though keeping one is strongly recommended for evidentiary protection in the event of a challenged signature.
Is a notary seal or stamp required in Wyoming?
Yes. Wyoming notaries must affix an official seal or stamp to every notarial act they perform. The seal must be obtained from an authorized vendor and meet the format requirements set by the Wyoming Secretary of State - Notary Division.
Can Wyoming notaries perform remote online notarizations?
Yes. Wyoming authorizes remote online notarization (RON), allowing a notary to notarize documents over live video with an out-of-state signer. RON typically requires additional registration, an approved technology platform, and identity-proofing via knowledge-based authentication or credential analysis.
What identity verification methods can Wyoming notaries use?
Wyoming notaries may verify a signer's identity using the following methods: Personal Knowledge, Government-Issued ID, and Credible Witness. Each method has its own evidentiary weight — government-issued photo ID is the most common.
Does Wyoming cap notary fees?
Yes. Wyoming sets statutory maximum fees per notarial act. Charging more than the cap is a violation and may result in commission discipline. Contact state authority for fee information
Who regulates notaries in Wyoming?
Wyoming notaries are commissioned and regulated by the Wyoming Secretary of State - Notary Division. Application, renewal, and disciplinary processes are administered through their official website.
Does Wyoming authorize in-person electronic notarization (eNotarization)?
Yes. Wyoming authorizes in-person electronic notarization, where the signer is physically present but the document and signature are electronic. This is distinct from remote online notarization (RON), which uses live video for an out-of-state signer.
What notarial acts can Wyoming notaries perform?
Wyoming notaries are authorized to perform 10 of the 14 canonical notarial acts tracked in this guide, including Acknowledgment, Jurat, Oath / Affirmation, and Affidavit. See the Authorized Services section above for the full list.
Ready to Become a Notary in Wyoming?
Start your application through the Wyoming Secretary of State - Notary Division.
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