Wyoming Childcare Licensing
Wyoming Childcare Licensing Fees (2026)
Wyoming childcare licensing carries an application fee at first licensure and, in most cases, a recurring fee at renewal. Wyoming charges a nonrefundable initial licensing (application) fee of $25.00, submitted by all applicants regardless of facility type (WY Child Care Licensing Rules, Chapter 2 'Licensing Process,' Section 9(a), effective April 2026). NOTE: the draft's $50.00 figure reflects the superseded 2012/2014 rules (then Ch.3 Sec.7); the current .gov rule sets the fee at $25.00.
Last updated: April 2026
Researched by the TotReady Research TeamWyoming Licensing Fees: The Specifics
Wyoming charges a nonrefundable initial licensing (application) fee of $25.00, submitted by all applicants regardless of facility type (WY Child Care Licensing Rules, Chapter 2 'Licensing Process,' Section 9(a), effective April 2026).
WY Child Care Licensing Rules, Chapter 2 'Licensing Process,' Section 9(a), effective April 2026
NOTE: the draft's $50.00 figure reflects the superseded 2012/2014 rules (then Ch.3 Sec.7)
then Ch.3 Sec.7
Wyoming charges a nonrefundable license renewal fee of $25.00 for all licensed facilities, due upon the expiration date of the current license (WY Child Care Licensing Rules, Chapter 2 'Licensing Process,' Section 9(b), effective April 2026).
WY Child Care Licensing Rules, Chapter 2 'Licensing Process,' Section 9(b), effective April 2026
The license is issued for a one (1) year term/period (Chapter 2, Sections 4 and 8), not a biennial cycle
Chapter 2, Sections 4 and 8
the draft's 'biennial (two-year) licensure cycle' characterization could not be confirmed and conflicts with the one-year-license language in the current rules (the two-year 'biennium' applies to staff training cycles, not the license term).
the two-year 'biennium' applies to staff training cycles, not the license term
Wyoming Licensing Fees at a Glance
| Application fee | Wyoming charges a nonrefundable initial licensing (application) fee of $25.00, submitted by all applicants regardless of facility type (WY Child Care Licensing Rules, Chapter 2 'Licensing Process,' Section 9(a), effective April 2026). NOTE: the draft's $50.00 figure reflects the superseded 2012/2014 rules (then Ch.3 Sec.7); the current .gov rule sets the fee at $25.00. |
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| Renewal fee | Wyoming charges a nonrefundable license renewal fee of $25.00 for all licensed facilities, due upon the expiration date of the current license (WY Child Care Licensing Rules, Chapter 2 'Licensing Process,' Section 9(b), effective April 2026). The license is issued for a one (1) year term/period (Chapter 2, Sections 4 and 8), not a biennial cycle; the draft's 'biennial (two-year) licensure cycle' characterization could not be confirmed and conflicts with the one-year-license language in the current rules (the two-year 'biennium' applies to staff training cycles, not the license term). |
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Wyoming Licensing Fees: Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Wyoming childcare license cost?
Wyoming charges a nonrefundable initial licensing (application) fee of $25.00, submitted by all applicants regardless of facility type (WY Child Care Licensing Rules, Chapter 2 'Licensing Process,' Section 9(a), effective April 2026). NOTE: the draft's $50.00 figure reflects the superseded 2012/2014 rules (then Ch.3 Sec.7); the current .gov rule sets the fee at $25.00.
What is the Wyoming childcare license renewal fee?
Wyoming charges a nonrefundable license renewal fee of $25.00 for all licensed facilities, due upon the expiration date of the current license (WY Child Care Licensing Rules, Chapter 2 'Licensing Process,' Section 9(b), effective April 2026). The license is issued for a one (1) year term/period (Chapter 2, Sections 4 and 8), not a biennial cycle; the draft's 'biennial (two-year) licensure cycle' characterization could not be confirmed and conflicts with the one-year-license language in the current rules (the two-year 'biennium' applies to staff training cycles, not the license term).
Are Wyoming licensing fees refundable?
In most states, licensing application fees are non-refundable even if the application is denied or withdrawn. Confirm the refund policy with the Wyoming Department of Family Services (DFS), Child Care Licensing before paying.
Wyoming childcare licensing rules are amended regularly. This page is compiled from published Wyoming administrative codes and statutes for informational purposes only — always verify current requirements with the Wyoming Department of Family Services (DFS), Child Care Licensing before relying on them. TotReady provides information and document templates, not legal or regulatory advice.