Wyoming

At a glanceRequirements at a glance

License Required

Yes

Yes. Operating Authority is required for intrastate household goods carriers operating for compensation. A “Letter of Authority” must be held in each vehicle the carrier operates.

Insurance Required

Yes. Required filings include:

Application Fee

$50 one-time filing fee.

Exemptions

Exempt if moving property you own with a vehicle under 26,000 lbs, or if a farmer or rancher hauling produce you own.

Consumer Complaints

Registered carriers are subject to compliance enforcement by WYDOT; gaps may be reported to the Motor Carrier Services Division. Attorney General: Online Form

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OverviewOverview & Scope

Wyoming classifies household goods movers as “Contract Motor Carriers.” Anyone transporting goods they don’t own in exchange for compensation for intrastate moves needs Operating Authority from WYDOT. Authority must be present in each active power unit.

Where a mover subcontracts transport, the carrier’s own authority and vehicle documents cover the transport it performs.

RegistrationRegistration & Compliance Essentials

Movers must:

1. Apply for Intrastate Operating Authority, paying the $50 filing fee.
2. Provide a USDOT number and Federal ID.
3. File Form E, Form H, and Form MC61E where applicable, based on cargo type.
4. Always carry the Letter of Authority in each vehicle the mover operates.
5. Renew insurance filings promptly; operating authority is subject to suspension if insurance lapses.

ConsumerConsumer Protections & Enforcement

Consumers are protected by:

• Carrier accountability through mandatory authority and insurance.
• WYDOT safety and compliance monitoring.
• Strict definitions of exemptions to prevent unauthorized operation.

ChecklistCompliance checklist

Company licensing

• WYDOT Intrastate Operating AuthorityWhere applicable (mover transports household goods for compensation within Wyoming)Verified by DocumentRequired
• USDOT number on file with the applicationWhere applicable (mover holds or applies for WYDOT Intrastate Operating Authority)Verified by DocumentRequired
• Form E liability insurance filing (minimum $500,000 CSL), kept currentWhere applicable (mover holds WYDOT Intrastate Operating Authority)Verified by DocumentRequired
• Form H cargo insurance filing (minimum $10,000)Where applicable (mover transports goods of appreciable value under WYDOT authority)Verified by DocumentRequired
• Form MC61E mobile home mover’s insurance filing (minimum $5,000)Where applicable (mover moves mobile homes under WYDOT authority)Verified by DocumentRequired

Subcontracted transport

• Where transport is subcontracted, the mover uses carriers that hold the licences required for the transport they performWhere applicableVerified by AffirmationRequired

Vehicles and drivers (where the mover operates its own vehicles)

• Letter of Authority carried in each vehicle (each active power unit)Where applicable (mover operates its own vehicles)Verified by DocumentRequired