How to Notify the Wyoming DMV of an Address Change?

I’m moving within Wyoming: How to change my address with the Wyoming DMV? 

When you’re moving within your state, you are required to change your address with the department of motor vehicles (DMV) as soon as possible. Every state has their own rules and policies. If you’re moving within Wyoming, you are required to update your address with DMV within 10 days of your move.

When you’re moving to another state, there are a lot of things that you already need to take care of. You can easily miss out on important stuff like updates with the DMV which can become a problem afterward. Some individuals are not aware of the documentation deadlines with the DMV. Since you just have 10 days to update your address with the Wyoming DMV, there’s very little time to waste. 

Because updating your address is so crucial, many states have narrowed the process significantly. To update your address on your license and on other documents, you should be aware of the steps that are to be followed in your state.

So how can you apply for a Wyoming DMV change of address?

 

1. In person

You cannot update your address online in Wyoming, you will have to do it the old-fashioned way. You can visit your local driver license office and submit the address change form. You can also apply for replacement documents when you’re at the office.

 

Following are some of the major DMV office and their address in Wyoming:

Pinedale

Department of Motor Vehicles

21 S Tyler Ave, Pinedale, WY

Big Piney

Department of Motor Vehicles

231D N Front St, Big Piney, WY

Worland

Department of Motor Vehicles

606 S 12th St, Worland, WY

Find your local DMV field office

 

Step by step process

1. Locate your nearest DMV office.
2. Request for the change of address form and provide the requested information.
3. You will be needing your current license and a proof that your address has been changed.
4. Change of address with the DMV in Wyoming is free, but if you want an updated license, it will cost $20.
5. Same documents will be required for both, changing your address on your driver’s license and vehicle registration.

 

Documents required

1. Proof of signature
   • Wyoming driver’s license, Wyoming ID card (either document from the two)

2. Proof of residency
   • Deed/Title, Mortgage, Rental/Lease agreement
   • Bank Statement

3. Proof of social security number
4. Date of birth

 

2. By mail

In Wyoming, you can also change your address by mail. It’s quite an easy process and can be completed conveniently without any effort. The Wyoming DMV only requests you to fill out the address change application and send it over to their mailing address.

 Following are the steps required to update your address via mail in Wyoming.

Step by step process

1. Fill in the change of address form.
2. Mail the form to

   Wyoming Department of Transportation,
   Driver Services Program, 5300 Bishop Boulevard,
   Cheyenne, Wyoming 82009-3340

Note: You cannot update your address online with the Wyoming DMV.

 

I’m moving from another State to Wyoming: How to change my address with the Wyoming DMV?

If you are moving from another state to Wyoming, you need to get a new driver’s license from the Wyoming DMV. You must apply to transfer your license immediately upon establishing residency, if you are from Georgia, Massachusetts, Michigan, Tennessee, or Wisconsin. Otherwise, you can do it in a year’s time.

Sorry to break it to you but you will have to visit the Wyoming DMV in person to apply for a new driver’s license. You can visit the office addresses mentioned in the moving within Wyoming part.

As per the rules in various states, you can expect that the Wyoming driver’s license for a new resident is only available for those individuals that do not have any outstanding revocations, suspensions or cancellations on their out-of-state driver’s license. 

 

Steps to get a new driver’s license from the Wyoming DMV:

1. Locate your nearest DMV office.
2. Ask for the application for a driver’s license.
3. You’ll be required to surrender your current out-of-state license.
4. You’ll need your ID number, date of birth, and SSN for it.
5. Pass the vision exam and pay the fees required. Wyoming charges $20 for a Class C driver’s license
6. If you have a valid driver’s license, your written and driving tests will be waived.

 

Documents/Information required

• Proof of signature
  • Wyoming driver’s license, Wyoming ID card (either document from the two)
• Proof of residency
  • Deed/Title, Mortgage, Rental/Lease agreement
  • Bank statement
• Proof of social security number
• Date of birth

Note: You cannot apply for a driver’s license or vehicle registration by phone, mail or online.

I’m moving from Wyoming to another State: How to change my address with the Wyoming DMV?

Not every state requires you to update the DMV if you’re leaving the state. It varies depending on which state you are residing in, and the rules and requirements of that state. 

You need to update the Wyoming DMV within 10 days if you are moving from Wyoming to another state. You can do this by sending the Notice of Change of Address Form to the mailing address mentioned in the ‘moving within Wyoming’ section. You will also have to return your license plates back to a county clerk office after receiving plates from your new state.

 

Things to do when moving out of Wyoming:

• Apply for a new driver’s license, the time-limit for the process varies from state to state. However, most states require this to be completed within 30 to 60 days of establishing residency. 
• Apply for a vehicle registration, the time-limit for this process also varies from state to state. 
• You will have to apply for the driver’s license and vehicle registration by visiting the DMV office of the state you have moved to. Note that the requirements will vary according to the state you’ve moved to.

 

What are the documents required?

Here are the documents you need to update your address with the Wyoming Department of Motor Vehicles:

• Change of address form.
• Application for certificate of title for a motor vehicle
• Your new and old address
• License plate number
• Last four digits of your VIN and SSN
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or, if you are not a U.S. citizen, evidence of lawful presence.
• SSN and I.D.
• Proof of Wyoming residency
• Current vehicle registration
• Proof of liability insurance 
• Proof of inspection
• Proof of ownership

 

Frequently asked questions about DMV change of address

When should I notify the Wyoming DMV of my move?

You must notify the Wyoming DMV within 10 days of establishing residency

Do I need to take a driving test?

No, you will not be required to take the driving test. 

Will filling out an official U.S. postal service change of address form update my vehicle registration records?

No, filling out an official U.S. postal service change of address form will not update the information on your DMV records. 

After moving to another state, do I need to return the license plates?

Yes, you are required to return your license plates to the Wyoming DMV.

Can I change my name and address on my driving licence at the same time?

You can only change your name and address simultaneously if you’re applying for a new license or ID. Otherwise, both the processes require separate procedures.