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Key Facts: Wyoming Notary Exam

6 years

Wyoming notary public commission term

Wyoming Secretary of State (W.S. 32-3-120; effective July 1, 2021)

$60

Wyoming notary application/filing fee to the Secretary of State

Wyoming Notary Public Commission Application instructions (revised 2025)

14 of 20

Correct answers required to pass the Wyoming notary examination

Wyoming Secretary of State Notary Examination (W.S. 32-3-121)

$10

Maximum fee a Wyoming notary may charge per notarial act

Wyoming Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts (effective July 1, 2021)

$0

Required surety bond in Wyoming since the 2021 law (bond/E&O optional)

Wyoming Secretary of State - New Notary Law Highlights (July 1, 2021)

July 1, 2021

Date RON and RIN became permanently authorized in Wyoming

Wyoming Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts (W.S. 32-3-111)

A Wyoming notary public is commissioned by the Secretary of State for a six-year term and must pass a 20-question exam (14 correct to pass) plus complete education. The application fee is $60, and since the 2021 law no surety bond is required (bond and E&O insurance are optional). Notaries may charge up to $10 per notarial act, must keep a journal of every act, and use a rectangular blue/black stamp; Wyoming permanently allows Remote Online Notarization (RON) and Remote Ink Notarization (RIN, acknowledgments only).

Sample Wyoming Notary Practice Questions

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1Which Wyoming official commissions notaries public?
A.The county clerk of the notary's county of residence
B.The Wyoming Secretary of State
C.The Wyoming Attorney General
D.A district court judge
Explanation: Under Wyoming's Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts (W.S. Title 32, Chapter 3), the Wyoming Secretary of State commissions and regulates notaries public statewide. Applications and the $60 filing fee are mailed to the Secretary of State in Cheyenne, not to a county clerk.
2How long is a Wyoming notary public commission valid?
A.Five years
B.Six years
C.Ten years
D.Four years
Explanation: Effective July 1, 2021, the Wyoming notary commission term changed from four years to six years (W.S. 32-3-120). The application instructions state that a commission is valid for a six-year term.
3What is the minimum age to be commissioned as a Wyoming notary public?
A.19 years old
B.21 years old
C.16 years old
D.18 years old
Explanation: Under W.S. 32-3-120, an applicant must be at least eighteen (18) years of age to hold a Wyoming notary public commission.
4What is the filing fee to apply for or renew a Wyoming notary public commission?
A.$60
B.$120
C.$10
D.$30
Explanation: Effective July 1, 2021, the Wyoming notary commission filing fee increased from $30 to $60, payable by check or money order to the Wyoming Secretary of State (credit cards are not accepted).
5Does Wyoming require a notary public to file a surety bond with the state?
A.Yes, a $5,000 bond filed with the county clerk
B.Yes, a $10,000 bond filed with the Secretary of State
C.No, the 2021 law removed the bond requirement
D.Yes, but only for remote notaries
Explanation: The Wyoming Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts, effective July 1, 2021, removed the mandatory notary bond. Notaries may still voluntarily obtain a bond and/or E&O insurance, but it is not filed with the county or the state.
6Must a Wyoming notary applicant pass a written examination?
A.Only remote online notaries must test
B.No, Wyoming has no notary exam of any kind
C.Yes, an examination is required for a new or renewed commission under W.S. 32-3-121
D.Only applicants in Laramie County must test
Explanation: Unlike most states, Wyoming requires every applicant for a new or renewed commission to pass an examination based on an approved course of study (W.S. 32-3-121(a)). The Secretary of State's application includes a 20-question true/false exam.
7On the Wyoming Secretary of State's notary examination, what is the minimum passing score?
A.14 of 20 correct
B.18 of 20 correct
C.10 of 20 correct
D.12 of 20 correct
Explanation: The Wyoming Notary Public Commission Application states that at least fourteen (14) correct answers out of twenty (20) are required for a passing grade on the notary examination.
8Besides passing the exam, what additional requirement must a Wyoming applicant complete under W.S. 32-3-121?
A.An apprenticeship under a sitting notary
B.Two years of clerical experience
C.A notary education presentation/course for each term
D.A criminal background fingerprint check
Explanation: For commissions filed on or after July 1, 2021, the applicant must complete notary public education in addition to passing the examination (W.S. 32-3-121(c)). The Secretary of State posts an education presentation that applicants must review for each new or renewed term.
9May a non-resident of Wyoming obtain a Wyoming notary public commission?
A.Yes, if employed in Wyoming, or a spouse/legal dependent of military on active duty in Wyoming
B.Yes, anyone in any state may apply
C.Only residents of bordering states may apply
D.No, only Wyoming residents may be commissioned
Explanation: Under W.S. 32-3-120, a non-resident may be commissioned if the person has a place of employment or practice in Wyoming, or is the spouse or legal dependent of military personnel assigned to active duty in Wyoming.
10Which is NOT a notarial act a Wyoming notary public is authorized to perform?
A.Certifying a copy of a record
B.Taking an acknowledgment
C.Administering an oath or affirmation
D.Granting a divorce decree
Explanation: Wyoming notaries may take acknowledgments, administer oaths and affirmations, take verifications on oath or affirmation, witness or attest signatures, certify copies, and note protests of negotiable instruments. Granting a divorce decree is a judicial act, not a notarial act.

About the Wyoming Notary Exam

Wyoming notaries public are commissioned by the Secretary of State under the Wyoming Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts (Title 32, Chapter 3, effective July 1, 2021). Applicants must pass a notary examination, complete required education, and submit a notarized application with a $60 fee. The six-year commission authorizes acknowledgments, jurats, oaths, copy certifications, and both remote online and remote ink notarization.

Questions

20 scored questions

Time Limit

No fixed time limit (completed with the application)

Passing Score

14 of 20 correct (70%)

Exam Fee

$60 application/filing fee to the Wyoming Secretary of State (Wyoming Secretary of State)

Wyoming Notary Exam Content Outline

20%

Qualifications & Commissioning

Eligibility (at least 18, U.S. citizen or lawful resident, Wyoming resident/employed in Wyoming/military dependent, no disqualifying felony), the six-year term, the $60 filing fee mailed to the Secretary of State, the notarized Part IV oath of office, and obtaining a compliant stamp once commissioned.

22%

Notarial Acts & Certificates

Authorized acts (acknowledgments, verifications on oath/affirmation, witnessing signatures, copy certifications, oaths/affirmations, protests), the acknowledgment-versus-jurat distinction, and certificate elements under W.S. 32-3-114 including venue, the act performed, dated signature, title, and stamp impression.

16%

Identification & Personal Appearance

Satisfactory evidence of identity through personal knowledge, a compliant photographic ID credential, or a credible witness; the personal-appearance requirement, which includes remote appearance via approved communication technology.

16%

Stamp, Journal & Fees

The rectangular (about 1 by 2.5 inch) blue/black stamp with required text and no county or Great Seal, the mandatory journal for every notarial act (electronic or hard copy), the $10 maximum per-act fee, and the permitted technology and mileage fees.

16%

Remote & Electronic Notarization

Permanent authorization of Remote Online Notarization (RON) and Remote Ink Notarization (RIN, acknowledgments only) since July 1, 2021, the audio/visual recording requirement, single recorded session, platform identification with the Secretary of State, and rules for principals located in or outside the U.S.

10%

Prohibited Acts, UPL & Discipline

Disqualifying direct beneficial interest of the notary, spouse, or civil partner; authority and duty to refuse acts; unauthorized practice of law limits; conviction-reporting; and Secretary of State grounds to deny, revoke, suspend, or condition a commission under W.S. 32-3-122.

How to Pass the Wyoming Notary Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 14 of 20 correct (70%)
  • Exam length: 20 questions
  • Time limit: No fixed time limit (completed with the application)
  • Exam fee: $60 application/filing fee to the Wyoming Secretary of State

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
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Wyoming Notary Study Tips from Top Performers

1Read the Wyoming notary education presentation and the New Notary Law Highlights (effective July 1, 2021) before attempting the exam questions.
2Memorize the key numbers: 6-year term, $60 fee, $10 maximum per act, 14 of 20 to pass, and the roughly 1 by 2.5 inch stamp.
3Learn the acknowledgment-versus-jurat distinction; a jurat requires the signer to swear/affirm and sign in your presence, while an acknowledgment confirms a willing signature.
4Practice the identity rules: personal knowledge, a compliant photo ID credential, or a credible witness are the three forms of satisfactory evidence.
5Understand the RON/RIN rules, especially that RIN is limited to acknowledgments and that remote acts require an audio/visual recording.
6Remember prohibited acts: you cannot notarize a record in which you, your spouse, or your civil partner has a direct beneficial interest, and you cannot give legal advice (UPL).

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Wyoming require a notary exam?

Yes. Unlike most states, Wyoming requires every applicant for a new or renewed commission to pass an examination under W.S. 32-3-121. The Secretary of State administers a 20-question true/false test with the application, and at least 14 correct answers (70%) are required to pass. Applicants must also complete a notary education presentation.

How long is a Wyoming notary commission, and what does it cost?

A Wyoming notary commission is valid for six years. The application/filing fee is $60, paid by check or money order to the Wyoming Secretary of State (credit cards are not accepted). The fee and term were updated by the law effective July 1, 2021.

Does Wyoming require a notary surety bond?

No. The Wyoming Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts removed the mandatory notary bond as of July 1, 2021. A notary may still voluntarily obtain a surety bond and/or errors-and-omissions (E&O) insurance for personal protection, but neither is filed with the county or the state.

What is the maximum fee a Wyoming notary may charge?

A Wyoming notary may charge no more than $10.00 per notarial act (increased from $5.00 by the 2021 law). The notary may charge less or waive the fee. A technology fee and a mileage (travel) fee are also permitted in addition to the per-act fee.

Can Wyoming notaries perform remote online notarizations?

Yes. Wyoming permanently authorized Remote Online Notarization (RON) and Remote Ink Notarization (RIN, for acknowledgments only) effective July 1, 2021. Remote acts require an audio/visual recording and a single recorded session, and the notary must identify the platform/technology used with the Secretary of State.

What are the requirements for a Wyoming notary stamp and journal?

The stamp must be rectangular (about 1 inch by 2.5 inches) in blue or black ink and include the commission name, 'Notary Public,' 'State of Wyoming,' the commission ID number, and the expiration date; it may not include the county of residence or the Great Seal. A notary must also log every notarial act in a journal, which may be kept electronically or in hard copy.