Wyoming Title Transfer Guide (2026)
| Titling agency | Wyoming DMV ↗ |
| Transfer deadline | 30 days from sale |
| Sales / use tax | 4% · Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases |
| Bill of sale notary | Not required |
| VIN inspection (out-of-state) | Required · |
| Lien release form | MV Title (lien section) |
Wyoming title transfer in 8 steps
- 1Gather documents — original title (or duplicate if lost), valid government ID, current registration, lien release (MV Title (lien section)) if applicable, and odometer disclosure for vehicles under 20 years old.
- 2Complete the bill of sale — record buyer + seller full legal names and addresses, vehicle VIN, year, make, model, odometer reading, sale price, and sale date.
- 3Sign the title — seller endorses the title assignment section on the back, fills in buyer info, odometer reading, and sale date. Wyoming requires odometer disclosure for vehicles under 15 years old.
- 4Complete VIN inspection — Wyoming requires VIN inspection for out-of-state vehicles. Schedule with Wyoming DMV or a licensed inspector.
- 5Buyer files at Wyoming DMV — within 30 days of the sale, the buyer brings the signed title, bill of sale, and ID to Wyoming DMV.
- 6Pay tax and fees — 4% sales/use tax on the sale price plus any local surtax, plus the title fee ($15-$50).
- 7Receive new title — Wyoming DMV issues a new title in the buyer's name (typically by mail within 2-4 weeks).
- 8Seller files release of liability — to remove future ticket/toll responsibility from the seller's record, file a notice of transfer with Wyoming DMV the same day as the sale.
Wyoming lien release procedure
- Lienholder completes the lien release section on the back of the existing Wyoming title.
- Owner submits the released title and title application at a county clerk's office.
- Pay the title fee and receive a clean Wyoming title.
Inherited vehicle title transfer
Wyoming estate transfers require either a small-estate affidavit (for estates below the state threshold, typically $50,000-$150,000) or letters of administration from probate court. The successor presents probate paperwork plus the original title to Wyoming DMV.
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Create Wyoming Bill of Sale →Frequently Asked Questions — Wyoming
How long do I have to transfer a car title in Wyoming?▾
Wyoming requires the buyer to file the title transfer within 30 days of the sale date. Missing the deadline triggers late penalties (typically $25-$50) and accrued use tax.
What does a Wyoming title transfer cost?▾
Wyoming charges 4% state sales/use tax on the transfer price plus any local surtax. Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases The title fee itself is typically $15-$50 depending on vehicle class.
Do I need a bill of sale to transfer a title in Wyoming?▾
Yes — Wyoming requires a written bill of sale documenting the buyer, seller, vehicle (VIN, year, make, model), odometer reading, and sale price. Wyoming DMV uses the bill of sale to calculate sales tax and confirm transfer terms.
What if there's a lien on the title in Wyoming?▾
In Wyoming, the lender must complete MV Title (lien section) confirming lien satisfaction before title transfer. Some lenders provide an electronic release directly to Wyoming DMV. The buyer cannot register the vehicle until the lien is cleared.
How do I transfer a title for an inherited vehicle in Wyoming?▾
Wyoming inherited-vehicle transfers require either a small-estate affidavit or letters of administration depending on estate value. The successor presents probate paperwork plus the original title (or duplicate) to Wyoming DMV, along with a bill of sale for any sale to a third party.
Source: Wyoming DMV ↗ · Last verified 2026-05-07