How to Change Your LLC Name in Wyoming (2026)
Changing your Wyoming LLC's name means filing an Amendment to Articles of Organization with the Secretary of State's Business Division. The fee is $60. The state only takes this filing by mail or in person, never online or by email.
Your EIN doesn't change. Neither does your formation date, registered agent or anything else about the LLC besides its name. You will still need approval from your fellow members first, based on whatever your operating agreement requires.
Quick Summary
- Check name availability before you file. Wyoming's business search will tell you if your new name is already taken.
- Get every member's approval first. Check your operating agreement to see what kind of vote it requires.
- Plan for about three weeks. Wyoming's processing window doesn't start until your mailed amendment arrives.
Wyoming LLC Name Change Quick Reference
Here's what you need to change your Wyoming LLC's name, including the exact form, fee and mailing address the Secretary of State requires.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Form name | Amendment to Articles of Organization |
| Filing fee | $60.00 |
| Filing methods | Mail or in person only |
| Online portal | Not available for this filing |
| Mail address | Wyoming Secretary of State, Business Division, Herschler Building East, Suite 101, 122 W 25th Street, Cheyenne, WY 82002-0020 |
| In-person address | Same as mail address |
| Fax | Not published |
| Processing time | Up to 15 business days from receipt |
| Name reservation form / fee / period | Application for Reservation of Name / $60.00 / 120 days |
| Correction form / fee | No separate form: same Amendment to Articles of Organization, $60.00 |
How to Change Your Wyoming LLC Name
Follow these three steps to change your Wyoming LLC's name. They mirror the general process for changing an LLC name, with Wyoming's specific form, fee and address below.
Step 1: Confirm the New Name Is Available
Search Wyoming's business name database before you file anything. Wyoming won't approve a name that's already taken, and your new name must also include "Limited Liability Company" or an approved abbreviation like "LLC" or "L.L.C." [1].
If you're not ready to file the amendment yet, you can reserve the name for 120 days using the form and fee listed in the table above. If you haven't formed your LLC yet, see how to form an LLC in Wyoming first.
Step 2: Get Member Approval
Get sign-off from your fellow LLC members before you file. Check your operating agreement first. It sets the exact vote you need, whether that's a simple majority or unanimous consent.
If you're a single-member LLC, you don't need anyone else's vote. It still helps to write down your decision and the effective date for your own records.
Step 3: File the Amendment to Articles of Organization
Mail your Amendment to Articles of Organization to the Wyoming Secretary of State. You can hand-deliver it to the Business Division's Cheyenne office at Herschler Building East, Suite 101, 122 W 25th Street, Cheyenne, WY 82002-0020.
Pay with a check or money order made out to the Wyoming Secretary of State.
The office won't accept this form by email, and it doesn't publish a fax number for this filing. Processing takes up to 15 business days from when your amendment arrives. The office emails your filing evidence to the address you list on the form.
Double-check the form before you send it. The Secretary of State's office can't process an incomplete amendment. Review every field, including the article number and signature, before you mail it.
After Your Name Change Is Approved: What to Update
Once Wyoming approves your amendment, update your new name everywhere else it appears, from your own paperwork to every outside account tied to the LLC.
- Update your operating agreement: add the new name so your internal records match what's on file with the state.
- Your EIN stays the same after a name change [2].
- Any state or local license or permit tied to the old name needs an update too.
- Update your registered agent and bank: tell your Wyoming registered agent about the new name, or compare Wyoming registered agent services if you're shopping for a new one.
- Amend active contracts and let vendors and clients know the LLC now operates under its new name.
Alternatives to a Formal Name Change
A full legal name change costs more than it needs to if you only want a nickname for the business or need to fix a typo in your paperwork. Wyoming offers two lighter options.
1. DBA / trade name
Wyoming doesn't require you to register a "doing business as" name. The Secretary of State's office registers Wyoming trade names directly instead of a county clerk.
If you want to operate under a different name without touching your LLC's legal name, you can file an Application for Registration of Trade Name with the Secretary of State for $100. See Wyoming's DBA FAQ for details.
2. No separate correction form
Wyoming doesn't have a distinct correction filing for LLCs. A clerical error in a document you already filed, like a misspelled name, gets fixed with the same Amendment to Articles of Organization and the same $60 fee.
FAQs
Do I Need a New EIN After Changing My Wyoming LLC's Name?
No, you keep your existing EIN after changing your Wyoming LLC's name. The IRS ties that number to the entity itself, so it keeps working for banking, taxes and payroll.
How Much Does It Cost to Change an LLC Name in Wyoming?
It costs $60 to change an LLC name in Wyoming. You pay that fee when you file the Amendment to Articles of Organization with the Wyoming Secretary of State.
Can I File My Wyoming LLC Name Change Online?
No, you can't file your Wyoming LLC name change online. The form itself says it can't be submitted by email either.
Is an Amendment Form Required for a Wyoming LLC Name Change?
Yes, an amendment form is required for a Wyoming LLC name change. You send the Amendment to Articles of Organization to the same Cheyenne office that handles the rest of your LLC's filings.
References:
- https://wyoleg.gov/statutes/compress/title17.pdf
- https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/limited-liability-company-llc
