Wyoming Drivers License Replacement
In the event of a lost drivers license in Wyoming, you will want to immediately replace documentation to prevent any unnecessary distress if pulled over by law enforcement or faced with other situations where having your photo ID is essential. You need a copy of driver license credentials to operate a vehicle in the state. It is important to note that a replacement card may be necessary in other cases besides being missing. When you first apply for a drivers license in Wyoming, you set up a driving record with the state. Some of this information may change over time and it is your responsibility to make sure the details, including your license photo, remains current.
You will need to apply for a WY drivers license replacement at your nearest Wyoming Department of Transportation (WY DOT) driver exam office following loss or damage of credentials as well as when you change your address or name. There are other circumstances that can occur that will require you to obtain a replacement copy of your credentials. To find out how to replace drivers license cards in Wyoming, continue reading the tips detailed below.
When is a replacement drivers license required in Wyoming?
Basically, you must obtain a replacement drivers license in Wyoming when your license that goes missing or is seriously damaged. You will need to replace lost drivers license as a result of theft as well. When you license is stolen, it is important to notify the DOT in order to avoid additional consequences if someone uses your credentials.
Additionally, you should have your WY copy of drivers license documentation updated with a new photo if you significantly change your appearance. As a driver in the state, you are obligated to complete a name correction on driver license records if you legally change your name following marriage, divorce or a court order. Similarly, your driving record address must be updated if you have moved, otherwise, DOT will not be able to send your drivers license renewal notice to the correct location.
How to Replace Your Drivers License in Person in Wyoming
If you are wondering, “Where can I get a copy of my drivers license quickly in Wyoming?” then the simple answer is at one of the local WY DOT offices. Wyoming does not currently issue a drivers license copy online, although a mail-in request is permitted in certain special cases such as temporarily living out-of-state when the loss occurs.
The section below provides more information on how to replace drivers license if you are located outside of Wyoming.
To replace lost drivers license cards in person, you will need to will out the application for a replacement card. This form is available online if you wish to complete it before going to the WY DOT office. When you apply to replace drivers license in Wyoming, you will need to make sure WY DOT has all of your pertinent documents on record.
There are several required documents needed during the Wyoming replacement process. The following documents are required and should be brought in physical form to the office with you:
- State-certified birth certificate or valid U.S. passport
- Proof of name change (if applicable) such as marriage certificate, court order or divorce decree
- Proof of Social Security Number such as W-2 form, Social Security card or IRS tax form
- Two current proof of residency documents that display your name as affiliated with a physical Wyoming address
After completing the application, you will be asked to pay the fee for your new card. The DMV will take a new photo of you, so be prepared for this.
Out-of-State Drivers License Replacement in Wyoming
If you need a duplicate drivers license due to a theft, damage or loss and you are not currently living in Wyoming, then call or email the WY DOT if you plan to return to the state within the next 60 days. You may be eligible for the mail-in replacement drivers license option that is offered on an individual, case-by-case basis to WY residents who are out of state when they lose their identification card.
If you discover a damaged or lost drivers license while living out-of-state but will not be returning to Wyoming within 60 days, then you can call the WY DOT for them to issue a temporary copy until you can return home and apply in person. You may also ask if you can submit a DMV duplicate license request by mail, as mentioned above. To apply by mail, fill out the same application form.
You must print the form and have the vision portion completed and signed by a DMV official in the state you currently reside or by a vision care specialist. Also, if the driver is a minor, a legal parent or guardian must sign the application form under the minor’s release.
The last step in replacing drivers license cards while out of state is to fill out the form to forward the replacement. This will ensure that your duplicate copy of drivers license credentials will be mailed to your current address instead of the permanent Wyoming address printed on your license.
Review the required documents mentioned above to ensure that you have the correct supporting documentation to mail in your application. Once you are sure that you have provided all necessary documents, include the fee charged to get a copy drivers license card and mail everything to WYDOT Driver Services in Cheyenne.
Wyoming Drivers License Replacement Fees
The fee for replacing a Class C driver license is $30. Commercial drivers license (CDL) replacements cost $40.
You must be prepared to pay the fee at the time of the request.
Related Forms
Note: DMV forms change regularly. The forms provided above are current based on the date of writing.
Sources
- Lost/Renewal from DOT.state.WY.us