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How to Become a Notary in Wyoming
To become a notary in Wyoming, you must be at least 18, a Wyoming resident or employed in the state, and free of a disqualifying felony. Complete the state's notary education and exam, then file your application with the Wyoming Secretary of State and pay the $60 fee. No surety bond is required, and commissions run six years.
Last updated: July 16, 2026 · By Andrew Ray Yon, MBA, ChFC — CEO & Founder, USA Notary
Wyoming makes becoming a notary refreshingly straightforward. Notaries are commissioned by the Wyoming Secretary of State, which administers the entire process directly — there is no county filing and, since July 1, 2021, no surety bond to post. You review a short Notary Education Presentation and pass a 20-question exam (14 correct to pass), then mail your application with a $60 fee. Commissions last six years, one of the longest terms in the country. Wyoming also builds remote online notarization right into the same application: check a box, list the communication-technology platform you'll use, and you can notarize for signers who appear over live audio-video.
Wyoming Notary Requirements at a Glance
| Eligibility | At least 18 years old; a Wyoming resident or employed/practicing in Wyoming (military spouse/dependent also qualifies); a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident; able to read and write English; and not convicted of a disqualifying felony under W.S. 6-10-106 (unless civil rights are restored). |
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| Surety bond | No surety bond required. Wyoming eliminated the notary bond requirement effective July 1, 2021. A bond or E&O insurance is optional for the notary's own protection and is not filed with the county or state. |
| State filing fee | $60 filing fee, by check or money order payable to the Wyoming Secretary of State (credit cards not accepted). No separate county oath or bond-filing fee. |
| Commission term | 6 years |
| Notary education | Required. Review the Secretary of State's Notary Education Presentation for each term, or complete a course from a state-approved vendor (National Notary Association or Notary Public Association) and submit a certificate of completion. |
| Exam | Required. A 20-question true/false exam is attached to the SOS application; at least 14 correct answers are needed to pass. It is self-administered with the application (not separately proctored), or may be completed through an approved vendor. |
Wyoming charges a $60 filing fee for a six-year notary commission and requires no surety bond, with mandatory notary education and a passing exam. — Wyoming Secretary of State — Notary Public Commission Application/Renewal (Revised January 2026)
How to Become a Notary in Wyoming: Step by Step
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Confirm you're eligible
Be at least 18, a Wyoming resident or employed/practicing in Wyoming, a U.S. citizen or lawful resident, able to read and write English, with no disqualifying felony conviction.
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Complete the notary education and exam
Review the Secretary of State's Notary Education Presentation and pass the 20-question exam (14 of 20 correct), or complete an approved vendor's course (NNA or Notary Public Association) and include your certificate.
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Submit your application and $60 fee
Complete all four parts of the application, have Part IV notarized, and mail or deliver the hard copy to the Wyoming Secretary of State with a $60 check or money order. No surety bond is required.
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Receive your commission and get your stamp
The Secretary of State emails your Appointment Letter and Certificate of Commission (about 5-7 business days). Order a new stamp meeting the statutory design and keep a journal, then begin notarizing during your six-year term.
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Add remote online notarization
To notarize online, check 'I intend to perform remote notarizations' on the application and list your communication-technology platform — no extra state fee — then notarize for signers over live, recorded audio-video.
How to Become an Online (Remote) Notary in Wyoming
Wyoming notaries can perform remote online notarization under the Wyoming Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts. There is no separate RON application or state fee: on the same commission application you check 'I intend to perform remote notarizations' and list the remote platform(s)/communication technology you will use. An audio-visual recording is required for each remote act, and notaries must follow the SOS remote-notarization rules.
Online / remote notary application fee: No added state fee (registered on the standard $60 application; platform/technology costs are separate)
Wyoming Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts, effective July 1, 2021
The commission, the RON registration and the platform account are three separate things — which of them you can do entirely online sorts them out.
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Traditional Notary vs. Remote Online Notary in Wyoming
Wyoming allows remote online notarization, so once you hold a Wyoming commission you can register to notarize for signers who appear over live video — and take on assigned online signings.
| Traditional (in-person) notary | Remote online notary (RON) | |
|---|---|---|
| How the signer appears | In person, in the same room | Over a live, recorded audio-video call |
| Available in Wyoming? | Yes | Available now — register once commissioned |
| What you need | Seal and journal | An approved RON platform, identity-proofing, and a digital certificate |
| Where the work comes from | Local, walk-in and mobile appointments | Nationwide — e.g. assigned online signings through USA Notary |
What Does It Cost to Become a Notary in Wyoming?
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| State filing fee | $60 (fixed by the state) |
| Surety bond | Not required (optional E&O insurance varies by provider) |
| Notary education & exam | Free via the SOS presentation/exam; approved-vendor courses vary |
| Stamp & journal | Varies by supplier |
| Remote online notarization | No added state fee (platform costs vary) |
See costs and fees on USA Notary for platform-side details.
What a Wyoming Notary Can Charge
The costs above are what you pay to get commissioned — this is the other side of the ledger. Wyoming caps what a notary may charge per notarial act, and here is exactly where those ceilings sit.
| Maximum in-person fee (per notarial act) | $10 (jurat $0) |
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| Maximum remote online notarization (RON) fee | $10 + tech |
A statutory maximum is a ceiling, not a price list, and it covers the notarial act only — travel, printing and after-hours convenience are quoted as separate line items. See how Wyoming compares with every other state in the full 50-state breakdown of what a notary costs.
Verified July 2026 against the National Notary Association "Notary Fees by State" table and primary state statutes/Secretary of State rules. Several states (WA, VA, NC) raised caps in 2023–2024. Fees are per notarial act/signature; a notary may charge less, never more. Confirm your state before relying on a figure.
Renewing Your Notary Commission in Wyoming
Commission term in Wyoming
6 years
No state renews a commission automatically, and notarizing on a lapsed one is treated as acting without authority — start the renewal before the date above arrives.
For timelines, typical costs, and what to do if you've already let a commission lapse, see our step-by-step notary commission renewal guide.
Turn Your Wyoming Commission Into Income
USA Notary connects commissioned notaries with assigned, paid remote signings — so your commission actually earns. How Wyoming notaries earn · membership cost · platform requirements · other states
Join USA Notary as a notaryFrequently Asked Questions
How long is a Wyoming notary commission valid?
A Wyoming notary public commission is valid for a six-year term — one of the longest in the nation. You must renew, including the education and exam again, before it expires to keep notarizing.
How much does it cost to become a notary in Wyoming?
The Secretary of State filing fee is $60. There is no surety bond requirement, so your main additional costs are a compliant stamp and a journal. Notary education and the exam are available free through the Secretary of State.
Is a class or exam required to become a Wyoming notary?
Yes. You must review the state's Notary Education Presentation and pass a 20-question exam (14 correct to pass) for every commission term, or complete an approved vendor's course. The exam is included with the application.
Who appoints notaries in Wyoming?
The Wyoming Secretary of State commissions and administers all notaries public directly. Since July 1, 2021, there is no county filing and no bond to post — you mail your application and fee straight to the Secretary of State.
Does Wyoming allow remote online notarization?
Yes. Wyoming authorizes remote online notarization under the Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts (effective July 1, 2021). You register on the same commission application by indicating your intent and listing your platform, with no separate state fee.
How much can a notary charge in Wyoming?
Wyoming's maximum fee for a standard in-person notarial act is $10 (jurat $0), per act or signature.
How much can a Wyoming notary charge for online notarization?
Wyoming's listed maximum fee for a remote online notarization is $10 + tech, against $10 (jurat $0) in person.
When does a Wyoming notary commission expire?
The Wyoming commission term is: 6 years. No state renews a commission automatically — once yours lapses you cannot perform notarial acts until the renewal or reappointment is complete, so calendar the expiration date and start the paperwork early.
Where to go from here
The rest of the questions are the same in every state, so they live in one place each:
- How long it takes to become a notary — application, processing queue, and the waiting you can't control.
- What it costs to become a notary — the same line items as the Wyoming cost table, priced across every state.
- Notary bond vs. E&O insurance — which one is a state requirement and which is your own call.
- What a loan signing agent does and earns — the highest-earning specialization once your commission arrives.
Becoming a Notary in Other States
Requirements differ by state — here are nearby Mountain guides and other popular states. See the full 50-state directory.
About the author
Andrew Ray Yon, MBA, ChFC
CEO & Founder, USA Notary Services LLC
Andrew Ray Yon is the founder and CEO of USA Notary Services LLC and the architect of the SharpNote remote online notarization platform. A Certified Notary Signing Agent since 2005, he has handled mortgage and title loan signings for two decades — personally completing more than 10,000 notarizations — and holds an MBA and the ChFC (Chartered Financial Consultant) designation. Based in Virginia’s Greater Richmond region, he leads the company’s strategy, compliance, and platform development.
Connect on LinkedInOfficial sources
- Wyoming Secretary of State — Notary Public Commission Application/Renewal (Revised Jan 2026)
- Wyoming Secretary of State — Notaries services page (laws, rules, approved vendors)
This guide summarizes public requirements from Wyoming's notary authority and is for general information, not legal advice. Requirements and fees can change — always confirm current details with your state before applying.