How To Transfer a Car Title in Wyoming 2026

In Wyoming, the transfer of a motor vehicle title is governed by W.S. 31-2-104, which mandates that the seller endorse an assignment and warranty of title upon the certificate before a notarial officer at the time the vehicle is delivered to the purchaser. All title and lien filings are administered through the county clerk's office in the county seat of the purchaser's county of residence.

For both private-party and dealer-issued transactions, the transferee must apply for a new certificate of title within 45 days of the transfer date. However, the vehicle may be lawfully operated for up to 60 days when accompanied by a notarized bill of sale, or for up to 45 days when accompanied by a notarized title, during the title application processing period.

Required Documents for Title Transfer in Wyoming

The table below outlines the documents required to apply for a new certificate of title at the county clerk's office:

Step-by-Step Title Transfer Process in Wyoming

Step 1: Gather and Verify All Required Documents

Before visiting the county clerk's office, all parties to the transaction must confirm that all required documents have been assembled and accurately completed. The existing certificate of title must clearly identify the seller as the current owner and must be free of any outstanding liens. If a lien appears on the face of the title, a written lien release or termination statement from the lienholder must be obtained before the transfer may proceed. Both private-party sales and dealer transactions have distinct documentation requirements; dealerships typically transmit title paperwork directly to the county clerk or the designated lienholder on the purchaser's behalf.

Step 2: Complete the Seller's Title Assignment with Notarization

State law requires the seller to endorse the assignment section on the reverse of the certificate of title before a notarial officer. The completed assignment must include the date of sale, the sale price, the purchaser's full name and address, the seller's notarized signature, and the odometer reading for applicable model years.

Notarization requirements are determined by how co-ownership is designated on the title:

Notarial services are available through the county clerk's office and are typically provided on-site by a deputy clerk upon presentation of a government-issued photo identification.

Step 3: Complete the Buyer's Title Application (Form MV-300A)

The purchaser must complete the State of Wyoming Application for Certificate of Title and VIN/HIN Inspection Form (MV-300A) and sign the purchaser's application section in the presence of a notarial officer.

A Wyoming physical street address is required on the application; registered agent addresses, corporate service addresses, and virtual office addresses are not acceptable. If the vehicle is being financed, a Security Agreement, Loan Contract, or UCC Financing Statement must accompany the application to record the new lienholder's interest on the title.

Step 4: Arrange a VIN Inspection When Applicable

Vehicles currently titled in another state require a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) inspection conducted by a licensed Wyoming law enforcement officer before a Wyoming title can be issued. The VIN inspection certification is incorporated into the lower portion of Form MV-300A. For vehicles located outside the state at the time of application, an Out-of-State VIN Inspection Form completed by a law enforcement officer in the vehicle's current jurisdiction is accepted instead of an in-state inspection. Vehicles already titled in Wyoming in a standard private-party transfer generally do not require a new VIN inspection.

Step 5: Submit All Documents to the County Clerk and Pay Required Fees

All completed and notarized documents must be submitted in person to the county clerk's office located in the county seat of the purchaser's county of residence. The transferee must submit the application within 45 days of the transfer date for all title transfers, whether from a dealer or private party. During that period, the vehicle may be lawfully operated when accompanied by a properly executed title that transfers ownership to the new owner.

The following standard fees apply to title transactions processed through the county clerk's office:

Vehicle registration fees and applicable sales tax are collected separately by the county treasurer's office and vary based on vehicle classification, weight, and county of residence.

Step 6: Receive the New Certificate of Title

Following successful review of all submitted documents and collection of applicable fees, the county clerk's office will provide a transaction receipt. The new Wyoming certificate of title is issued and mailed to the physical address recorded on the application. Processing timelines may vary by county. Vehicle registration and license plate issuance are administered through the county treasurer's office and require proof of current insurance before plates are issued or transferred.

Contact Information

Wyoming Department of Transportation — Motor Vehicle Services
5300 Bishop Boulevard, Cheyenne, WY 82009-3340
Phone: (307) 777-4709
Official Website: Wyoming Department of Transportation