Short answer: Must contain a proper designator such as Limited Liability Company or LLC.
We've pulled these figures from the Wyoming Secretary of State's own pages. If something's changed since our last check, the state's portal wins, so it's worth a quick look before you pay.
Wyoming naming rules
Must contain a proper designator such as Limited Liability Company or LLC.
Open the official Wyoming name search
Reserving a name
Wyoming lets you reserve a name for $60, which holds it for 120 days.
Doing business under another name
Wyoming DBAs are filed with: state. Fee: $100.
How Wyoming compares
Wyoming's name reservation fee is $60. That's the 4th highest of 50 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $25, so Wyoming runs $35 above it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | $60 | 4 of 50 |
| Colorado | $25 | 18 of 50 |
| Montana | $10 | 41 of 50 |
| Nevada | $25 | 18 of 50 |
| South Dakota | $25 | 18 of 50 |
| Idaho | $20 | 33 of 50 |
Wyoming fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Articles of Organization | $104 | $100 statutory fee plus $4 convenience fee online. Mail filings remain a flat $100. |
| Name reservation (optional) | $60 | 120 days |
| Amendment | $60 | |
| DBA / assumed name | $100 | state |
Name search and rules: Wyoming questions
How do I check if an LLC name is available in Wyoming?
Use the official Wyoming Secretary of State business search. A name that's distinguishable from existing records can usually be registered.
What words must a Wyoming LLC name include?
Must contain a proper designator such as Limited Liability Company or LLC.
Can I reserve an LLC name in Wyoming?
Yes. Reservation costs $60 and holds the name for 120 days.
Do I need a DBA in Wyoming?
Only if you'll do business under a name other than your exact LLC name. DBAs are filed with: state. Fee: $100.
Sources and verification
Last checked against official state sources on . States change fees with little notice, so confirm on the filing portal before you pay. How we verify.