What Wyoming Expects Before It Will Record Your Deed
A Wyoming county clerk can send a deed back over any one of a handful of requirements. Here's what has to be right before you file.
Notarized Acknowledgment
Wyoming Statute § 34-1-113 requires the grantor to acknowledge the deed before a notarial officer, in compliance with Wyoming Statute § 34-26-107, before a county clerk will accept it for recording. Wyoming has permitted remote online notarization (RON) on a permanent basis since July 1, 2021, when Senate File 29 took effect (Wyo. Stat. § 32-3-102) — see our notary page for details.
A Statement of Consideration
Unlike many states, Wyoming requires a separate Statement of Consideration to accompany the deed when it's filed (Wyoming Statute § 34-1-142), unless a specific exemption applies. This form records details about the transfer for the county's own records — it's a real, distinct step, not optional paperwork you can skip.
Legal Description
A mailing address alone won't satisfy a Wyoming county clerk — the deed needs the property's full legal description. See our guide to finding your legal description if you don't have it on hand.
Mineral Rights Are a Separate Question
Wyoming has a long history of splitting mineral rights from surface ownership. A quitclaim deed only conveys whatever interest the grantor actually holds — if the mineral estate was severed from the surface at some point in the property's history, a surface-only quitclaim deed won't include it. If mineral ownership matters to your transaction, that's worth confirming before you file, ideally with a title company or attorney.
No Transfer Tax
Wyoming imposes no state or local real estate transfer tax on a deed transfer.
Recording Fee
Wyoming's recording fee is set by state statute (W.S. § 18-3-402) — a flat rate for the first page of a document, and a separate flat rate for each additional page, rather than a percentage of the property's value. Your county clerk can confirm the current schedule.
E-Recording Varies by County
Several Wyoming counties accept e-recording through vendors like Simplifile or CSC, but this isn't available everywhere in the state yet. Check your county's page to see what that office currently supports.
Recording Office
Every Wyoming deed is recorded with the elected County Clerk, who also serves as the county's ex officio Register of Deeds — a few counties style the office "Clerk and Recorder," but the underlying function is identical statewide. Find your county's exact office name, address, and hours here.
FAQs About Quitclaim Deed Recording in Wyoming
What paper size does Wyoming require for a quitclaim deed?
Most Wyoming county clerks accept standard letter-size (8.5 x 11 inch) documents, though some counties have their own additional formatting preferences around margins and font size. Check your county clerk's page before you file.
Does Wyoming charge a real estate transfer tax?
No. Wyoming has no state or local real estate transfer tax on a deed transfer.
Is notarization required to record a quitclaim deed in Wyoming?
Yes. Wyoming Statute § 34-1-113 requires the grantor's signature to be acknowledged before a notarial officer before the county clerk can accept the deed for recording.
What is Wyoming's Statement of Consideration?
It's a separate signed form that must accompany a deed when it's filed, under Wyoming Statute § 34-1-142, unless a specific exemption applies. Your county clerk's office can provide the current form.
How is Wyoming's recording fee calculated?
Wyoming's recording fee is set by state statute (W.S. § 18-3-402) and charged per document, based on page count -- a flat rate for the first page and a lower flat rate for each additional page -- rather than a percentage of the property's value.
Can a quitclaim deed be e-recorded in Wyoming?
It depends on the county. Several Wyoming counties accept e-recording through vendors like Simplifile or CSC, but availability isn't universal statewide -- check your county's page or call ahead.