Wyoming Remote Online Notarization (RON) Laws

RON Enacted

Effective July 1, 2021 · Last verified September 2026

Available to signers in all 50 states. Live, commissioned notaries 24/7.

Quick Facts

Status: RON Enacted
Year Enacted: 2021
Statute: Wyo. Stat. §§ 32-3-101 to 32-3-131 (Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts); remote provisions in §§ 32-3-102, 32-3-111, 32-3-118, 32-3-120(g)
Bill Number: SF 29 (Enrolled Act No. 10; Laws 2021, ch. 27)

Wyoming RON Law Overview

Wyoming authorized remote online notarization in 2021 by SF 29 (Enrolled Act No. 10; Laws 2021, ch. 27), codified at Wyo. Stat. §§ 32-3-101 to 32-3-131 (Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts); remote provisions in §§ 32-3-102, 32-3-111, 32-3-118, 32-3-120(g), effective July 1, 2021. A Wyoming online notarization is performed by a notary commissioned in Wyoming who also holds the state's separate remote-notary registration or endorsement. The signer appears on a live audio-video call. The notary must record each act in an electronic journal.

Key details for Wyoming

Enacted by SF 29 (Enrolled Act No. 10; Laws 2021, ch. 27). Signer location: In Wyoming, elsewhere in the US, or outside the US if the act is not prohibited there and the record relates to a US matter, US property or a transaction substantially connected with the US.

Legal Citations

Statute

Wyo. Stat. §§ 32-3-101 to 32-3-131 (Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts); remote provisions in §§ 32-3-102, 32-3-111, 32-3-118, 32-3-120(g)

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Regulations

Wyo. Admin. Rules, Secretary of State, Notary Rules ch. 6 (eff. Dec. 2, 2021)

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Wyoming RON Requirements

Wyoming's RON requirements mandate a live audio-video session for every remote notarization. Knowledge-based authentication may be used but is not strictly required. The state requires notaries to maintain secure electronic journals and apply tamper-evident technology to ensure document integrity after signing. Recording retention requirements apply as specified by regulation.

Audio-video required: Yes
Tamper-evident seal: Required
Electronic journal: Required
Recording retention: Per regulation
Credential analysis: Not required
KBA required: No
Commissioned in state: Required
RON endorsement: Required

Interstate Recognition

Wyoming recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (Wyo. Stat. § 32-3-106).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is remote online notarization legal in Wyoming?

Yes, Wyoming has enacted permanent RON legislation in 2021 under Wyo. Stat. §§ 32-3-101 to 32-3-131 (Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts); remote provisions in §§ 32-3-102, 32-3-111, 32-3-118, 32-3-120(g). Remote online notarization is fully legal and authorized for Wyoming-commissioned notaries who meet the state's RON requirements.

What are the identity verification requirements for RON in Wyoming?

Wyoming requires identity verification for all remote online notarizations.

Do I need a special endorsement to perform RON in Wyoming?

Yes, Wyoming requires notaries to obtain a RON endorsement or registration in addition to their standard notary commission before performing remote online notarizations.

What technology is required for RON in Wyoming?

Wyoming requires RON sessions to use real-time two-way audio-video communication. Documents must be sealed with tamper-evident technology. An electronic journal must be maintained for all remote notarizations.

Does Wyoming accept out-of-state RON?

Wyoming recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (Wyo. Stat. § 32-3-106).