Wyoming Other Vehicle Registrations

Beyond standard passenger cars, Wyoming county clerks register a wide range of vehicles for road and off-road use: trailers, motorcycles, RVs, snowmobiles, ATVs, and specialty plates including pioneer (40-year-old vehicles) and antique categories. Each vehicle type has its own fee schedule, plate format, and tax treatment.

Trailers

Wyoming trailers register at the county clerk's office. The registration fee depends on the trailer's gross weight: small utility trailers under 1,000 pounds carry a flat $5 to $10 annual fee; medium trailers (1,000 to 4,500 pounds) pay $25 to $50; and larger trailers (over 4,500 pounds) pay weight-based commercial rates. Trailer titles also use form MV-300; trailers manufactured for resale typically come with a manufacturer's statement of origin (MSO) that the buyer presents to the clerk for first titling. Wyoming does not offer a permanent trailer registration — every trailer renews annually.

Motorcycles

Motorcycle registration follows the same MV-400/MV-300 process as cars. Riders need a Class M endorsement on their Wyoming driver's license — obtained by passing a separate motorcycle knowledge and skills test or by completing a Motorcycle Safety Foundation course. Motorcycle registration fees are typically lower than passenger vehicle fees ($15 to $40 annually depending on engine size), and the county personal property tax is calculated on motorcycle MSRP and depreciation. Helmets are required for riders under 18.

Snowmobiles

Wyoming snowmobiles register through the Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources Department, not WYDOT or the county clerk, but the title remains in the county clerk's records. Snowmobile registration is required for any snowmobile operated on public lands, groomed trails, or roads where snowmobiles are permitted. The annual fee includes a trail-grooming surcharge that funds Wyoming's snowmobile trail network — one of the largest in the country.

ATVs and off-road vehicles

Wyoming registers ATVs, UTVs, and other off-road vehicles (ORVs) through the county clerk for any vehicle that may travel on public roads, even briefly. The registration grants a metal plate and a fee similar to a small motorcycle. ATVs operated only on private property do not require registration, but Wyoming hunters and ranchers who cross public roads typically register the ATV to avoid citations. A separate State Parks ORV decal funds trail maintenance on public lands.

RVs and motorhomes

Recreational vehicles (motorhomes, fifth wheels, travel trailers) register at the county clerk's office. Motorhomes follow passenger-vehicle fee rules, with the county personal property tax calculated on MSRP and weight. Travel trailers and fifth wheels follow trailer rules, with weight-based fees. Wyoming offers RV-specific plates that mark the vehicle for recreational use; the plates qualify the owner for state-park camping discounts in some Wyoming parks.

Antique and pioneer plates

Wyoming offers two specialty plates for older vehicles:

• Pioneer plate — for vehicles 40 years old or older. Pioneer-plated vehicles can be driven on public roads but are restricted from regular daily commuting; the plate is intended for parades, club events, and occasional pleasure driving.
• Antique plate — for vehicles 25 years old or older. Less restrictive than pioneer plates but with similar use limitations.

Both plates carry reduced annual fees compared to standard registration. Vehicles plated as pioneer or antique are still subject to the 25/50/20 liability minimum.

Commercial vehicles and CDL

Wyoming registers commercial vehicles (CMVs) over 26,000 pounds gross vehicle weight, plus any vehicle that hauls hazardous materials or carries 16 or more passengers. CDL drivers register and renew through WYDOT's commercial driver bureau, with federal medical certification required at every renewal. The Wyoming International Registration Plan (IRP) office in Cheyenne handles registration for trucks operating across state lines.

Specialty and organization plates

Wyoming offers dozens of organization, military, and conservation plates, including university plates, bucking-horse plates, military-service plates, and plates supporting state agencies. Each plate carries an additional fee, with the proceeds split between WYDOT and the sponsoring organization. See the county clerk for the current plate options. For ongoing renewals on any of these plate types, follow the standard renewal process. For initial registration, see the car registration page; for related title work, see title transfer.