When you buy a used car in Wyoming, you’ll get new license plates when you register the vehicle. Standard Wyoming passenger vehicle plates are included in the registration fee of $30.

Wyoming also has a variety of specialty and prestige plates to choose from, which cost more. Additional taxes and fees apply to both new and renewal registrations.

Let’s get into the details of license plate costs in the great state of Wyoming.

Wyoming passenger license plates cost $0 to $130, depending on what type of plates you choose.

Here are the options Wyoming offers for passenger vehicle plates:


The fees vary based on plate type. Additional registration fees apply on top of the base plate costs.

In Wyoming, the standard passenger vehicle plates are included with the registration fee of $30. Meaning that it’s free…sort of.

You'll receive the regular license plates when:


For more info on Wyoming’s license plate types, visit the official Wyoming Department Of Transportation page.

Want to make a statement? Prestige plates cost $30 additional. They are also referred to as personalized or vanity plates, allowing you to customize your ride with a unique letter and number combo.

When selecting the lettering for your custom Wyoming plate, there are some restrictions:

Show some team spirit or support a cause with a specialty plate. You can sport a plate that supports your favorite Wyoming college, cause, or organization.

Wyoming specialty license plates cost between $30 to $180 in addition to the $85 registration fee.

Here are the available categories:


For more information about specialty license plates, click on any of the above links to view category details on the official Wyoming Department of Transportation website.

Wyoming military license plates cost $50. Wyoming offers different military license plates to honor those who served, including the following options:


Wyoming provides free military license plates to former POWs.

Wyoming disability plates and placards are “free” (as in, no extra charge over and above the registration fee of $30) for disabled residents.

Eligible applicants can get the following:


To apply for these, take the following steps:

1. Get an application form from your county treasurer office
2. Have a doctor complete the medical certification section
3. Return form to the county treasurer's office for approval
4. Once approved, the treasurer's office will issue disability plates or placards

The cost for a commercial license plate in Wyoming ranges from $198 to $1,430 per year depending on the type and weight of the commercial vehicle.

These plates are required to legally operate commercial vehicles on Wyoming roads.

Wyoming motorcycle registration costs $25. This fee includes the license plate.

A trailer license plate costs between $5 and $95 per year in Wyoming. Naturally, you only need one license plate for a trailer, and it goes in the rear.

Wyoming recreational vehicle (RV) plates cost $90 per year. This annual fee covers license plates and registration for a motorhome.

When you sell your used car in Wyoming, you must [dispose of your old plates properly.
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Here are the options for old Wyoming plates:

1. Return: county treasurer’s office will take back the old plate when issuing a new one. This is the safest option.
2. Recycle: remove any stickers and recycle the plate through local recycling.
3. Keep: some choose to save the old plate as memorabilia. Be sure to invalidate any active stickers first.
4. Transfer: Wyoming allows you to put your old plate on another vehicle you own. Make sure to check with your county treasurer’s office for the proper paperwork for a plate transfer.

It’s always a good idea to deface your old license plate before returning or recycling it. This prevents someone else from illegally using it. Always remove registration stickers before disposing of your plate.

See our state-by-state guide to license plates to learn which states require removal from the vehicle and which states allow the plates to remain with the vehicle when it’s sold.

Here are some interesting facts about Wyoming license plates:

After you've purchased a car from a private seller, you'll get a new license plate when you register the vehicle in your name with the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT). Here are the steps you'll take:

1. Gather the required documents, such as your vehicle title, insurance, and driver's license.
2. Visit your local county treasurer’s office.
3. Submit the vehicle registration application.
4. Pay applicable registration fees, plate fees, and sales taxes.
5. Get your new plates and registration certificate from the county treasurer’s office.
6. Attach your new Wyoming plates to the rear and front of your vehicle. Wyoming requires two plates.

Transferring a vehicle's title in Wyoming is a two-part process.

1. The seller signs over the certificate of title after you pay them for the car.
2. You complete the title transfer at the county treasurer's office. At the same time, you apply for a new title, pay sales taxes and fees, complete the registration process, and apply for new license plates.

The seller will provide you with the following Wyoming paperwork:


Once the seller has provided you with all the paperwork, you need to visit your local Wyoming county treasurer and submit the following:


Read our complete guide to a Wyoming title transfer for more info on the subject.

To register your vehicle at the Wyoming county treasurer's office, you must show proof of insurance.

The first time you register a passenger car, you need to transfer ownership if you’ve just acquired it.

Here are the fees you may owe when you register a car in Wyoming. Note that you’ll owe Wyoming sales tax the first time you register a car that you purchase, whereas most other fees are due annually.

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