Daycare / Child Care Center Permit Requirements in Laramie, WY

Complete permit and license guide for starting a daycare / child care center in Laramie, Albany County, Wyoming.

$500 -- $2000 8–16 weeks to obtain all licenses and pass inspections 6 requirements

Not legal advice. Requirements may change — always verify with your local government authority before applying. Last verified: .

Laramie / Albany County Requirements

3 requirements
1

Wyoming Department of Family Services — Child Care Facility License

Child care centers in Wyoming must be licensed by the Wyoming DFS. Requires background checks, health and fire safety inspections, and staff-to-child ratio compliance.

$50–$1506–12 weeks
Official government source
2

City of Laramie City Clerk — Business License

Laramie requires a Business License for regulated businesses operating within city limits. The City Clerk issues licenses and processes renewals. This license must be renewed annually and displayed at your place of business.

$50–$500/year depending on business type and gross revenues1–3 weeks
Official government source
3

Albany County / Laramie Building and Fire Safety Inspection

Child care centers must pass building inspections for safety, ADA accessibility, fire suppression, and appropriate child-proofing standards.

$100–$3002–6 weeks
Official government source

Wyoming State Requirements

2 requirements
1

Wyoming Department of Revenue — Sales Tax License

Required for all businesses selling taxable goods or services in Wyoming. Wyoming charges a 4% state sales tax; counties may add up to 2% and optional resort taxes may apply. Register with the Wyoming Department of Revenue online.

FreeImmediate (online)
Official government source
2

Wyoming Background Check Requirement

All staff, volunteers, and household members (for family daycares) in Wyoming child care facilities must undergo criminal background checks through the state and FBI.

$25–$75 per person1–4 weeks
Official government source

Federal Requirements

1 requirement
1

EIN (Employer Identification Number)

Required if you have employees or operate as an LLC or corporation. Free from the IRS.

FreeImmediate (online application)
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