Overview
The 65-day clock applies whether you bought from a dealer, a private seller, or brought a vehicle in from out of state - and if the prior title came from another state, budget an extra stop for the $10 VIN inspection, done by a sheriff, police department, or the Wyoming Highway Patrol, before the county clerk will issue the new title. Use the calculator below if you're already past the deadline.
01 - Official fees
Wyoming title transfer fees at a glance
| Fee | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of title | $15 | new title or transfer, flat statewide |
| VIN inspection | $10 | only if the prior title is from another state |
| Sales/use tax | 4%–7% | by county of residence, due within 65 days |
| Late civil penalty | greater of $25 or 10% of tax | starts day 66 |
| Late interest | 1% per month | or part of a month, from day 66 |
Figures verified June 2026 against official sources (listed below). Always confirm the final amount with your county treasurer (WYDOT) - counties can add small local fees.
02 - Step by step
How to transfer a title in Wyoming
- 1
Get the title properly signed over by the seller, with the odometer reading recorded.
- 2
If the current title is from out of state, get the VIN inspected by law enforcement first ($10).
- 3
Take the title, bill of sale, and ID to your county clerk's office within 65 days of the sale.
- 4
Pay the $15 title fee and, at the county treasurer, the sales/use tax at your county's rate.
- 5
Register the vehicle in the same visit - the state fee and county ad valorem fee are due at the same time.
03 - Same state, other costs
More Wyoming vehicle costs
04 - Common questions
Wyoming title transfer FAQ
How much does it cost to transfer a title in Wyoming?
The certificate itself is $15. The real number depends on the sales/use tax you owe - 4% to 7% of the price, based on your county of residence - plus a $10 VIN inspection if the prior title is from another state.
What exactly happens if I pay the tax late?
From day 66 on, the county treasurer adds a civil penalty of whichever is greater - $25 flat, or 10% of the tax owed - plus interest at 1% per month or any part of a month. A $1,500 tax bill paid three months late picks up $150 in penalty plus roughly $45 in interest.
Does the 65-day deadline apply to every county?
It's the standard used by most Wyoming county treasurers, though a few (Goshen County, for example) run a 60-day window instead - confirm your specific county's deadline when you buy.
Can I transfer a Wyoming title online?
No - titling goes through your county clerk's office in person, with the physical title and a completed application. Only some registration renewals are available online, and that's a separate step handled by the county treasurer.
What's the VIN inspection and when do I need one?
It's a physical check confirming the vehicle identification number matches the title, required whenever the vehicle's current title is from outside Wyoming. A sheriff's office, city police department, or the Highway Patrol performs it for $10, and you'll need the stamped form before the county clerk issues your Wyoming title.
Do I still need a title for a vehicle I'm inheriting?
Yes - county clerks handle inherited-vehicle transfers with estate documentation (a will, small-estate affidavit, or probate order) alongside the standard $15 title fee; sales tax generally doesn't apply to a true inheritance, but bring documentation to your county treasurer to confirm.
05 - Receipts
Official sources
Every number on this page comes from these documents - check them yourself.