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Wyoming Architecture Industry Licensing

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Licensing requirements for architecture industry firms and individuals in Wyoming.

This page provides an overview of architecture industry licensing in Wyoming for individuals and firms. You will find state requirements, application fees, filing instructions, and more. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.

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Wyoming Architecture Company Licenses

Wyoming Architecture Firm License

Not required



Architecture Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Wyoming.

Firm licenses are not issued at the state level, however, a licensed individual must oversee all architectural work. Firms should consult board rules and state statutes before doing business.

More information: Wyoming State Board of Architects and Landscape Architects
Law:

WY Stat § 33-4-101 et seq.

Eligible Entity Types:
  • Business Corporations
  • Professional Corporations
  • Limited Liability Companies
  • Partnerships
Ownership Requirements:

Business Corporations:

  • Officers and directors need not be licensed, but the firm's practice of architecture in Wyoming must be carried out by licensed architects.

Professional Corporations:

  • All shareholders of a PC must be licensed in a professional service performed by the firm.

Limited Liability Companies:

  • Members and managers need not be licensed, but the firm's practice of architecture in Wyoming must be carried out by licensed architects.

Partnerships:

  • Partners need not be licensed, but the firm's practice of architecture in Wyoming must be carried out by licensed architects.

Wyoming Interior Design Firm License

Not required



Interior Design Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Wyoming.

Wyoming does not currently license or register interior design businesses.

Wyoming Landscape Architecture Firm License

Not required



Landscape Architecture Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Wyoming.

More information: Wyoming State Board of Architects and Landscape Architects

Individual Licenses

Wyoming Individual Architecture Licenses

Wyoming Architect License

Agency:Wyoming State Board of Architects and Landscape Architects
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Yes
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

This section applies to architects that are applying for a license in Wyoming for the first time.

Form:

Architect by Examination Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$5 application fee. No exam fee (Direct Registration).

Turnaround:

1-3 weeks

Required Attachments:
  • Legibly Completed Application Form with Original Signature
  • Proof of Lawful Presence
  • NCARB Record
    • Once your file is complete, Board Staff WILL check with NCARB to see if another state has reported any actions against you. That information will be provided with your application materials to an Application Review Committee for consideration. Failure to disclose any actions may result in disciplinary action.

       

Reciprocal Registration

This section applies to architects licensed in another state that are looking for reciprocal licensure in Wyoming.

Form:

Architect by NCARB Reciprocity or  Architect by State Reciprocity

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:
  • Architect by State Reciprocity $300
  • Architect by NCARB Reciprocity $175
Required Attachments:
  • Architect by NCARB Reciprocity
    • Legibly Completed Application Form with Original Signature
    • Proof of Lawful Presence
    • NCARB Certificate
  • Architect by State Reciprocity
    • Legibly Completed Application Form with Original Signature
    • Proof of Lawful Presence
    • State Verifications

Registration Renewal

This section applies to architects that are already licensed in Wyoming and need to renew their license.

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$175

Due:Biennially by December 31. The first renewal is due by December 31 of the year following the year of issuance.

Wyoming Interior Designer License

Not required



Interior Designer licensure is not required on the State level in Wyoming.

Wyoming Landscape Architect License

Agency:Wyoming State Board of Architects and Landscape Architects
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

Landscape Architect by Examination

Agency Fee:

$0

Reciprocal Registration

Registration Renewal

Form:

Paper Renewal

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$125 online or $150 if filing by mail.

Due:

Licenses expire on December 31st of the calendar year after the year of issuance. Licenses then expire December 31st every two years.

Learn about architecture licensing in other states:

ARE (Architect Registration Examination) - Assesses candidates for their knowledge, skills, and ability to provide the various services required to be a practicing architect.

AXP (Architectural Experience Program) - NCARB program for architectural internship, a requirement for licensure that occurs after filling the educational requirements.

BEFA (Broadly Experienced Foreign Architect) - An alternative NCARB certification that allows foreign architects to independently practice architecture.

COA (Certificate of Authorization) - The most common name of the registration required for firms to practice architecture in a given state.

Design Firm - Architectural firm registration is sometimes grouped with engineering and land surveying on a single “design firm” application form.

NCARB Certification - Licensed architects have the option to become Certificate holders to signify that they have met national standards established by U.S. licensing boards for protecting public health, safety, and welfare. Certification also facilitates reciprocal registration in all 54 jurisdictions, 11 Canadian jurisdictions, and can be used to support an application for licensure in other countries.

Reciprocity - This is when a licensed architect in one state can provide documentation (often a NCARB certificate) to more easily apply for licensure in another jurisdiction.

State Board - Often referred to as the State Architects Licensure Board or Board of Architects, an individual state’s board serves as the regulatory authority for architects. The board qualifies and licenses individuals seeking architectural licensure. The board is responsible for preserving the public health, safety, and welfare of individuals who occupy built environments.

National Architecture Accrediting Board
NAAB establishes criteria for and accredits professional architecture degree programs in the United States.

The American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS)
AIAS is an independent, student-run group that promotes excellence in architecture education, training, and practice.

The American Institute of Architects (AIA)
AIA is a voluntary professional organization for architects providing advocacy, information, and community.

The Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA)
ACSA represents architectural education programs across the globe.

The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)
NCARB is the national organization representing the state registration boards.