Wyoming window tint laws
In Wyoming, sedan front side windows must have 28% VLT or higher, back side windows must have 28% VLT or higher, and the rear window must have 28% VLT or higher. SUVs and vans: 28% VLT or higher on front side, any darkness on back side, any darkness on the rear. Medical exemptions are available for darker tint.
Tint darkness limits in Wyoming
In Wyoming, the amount of light that must pass through your windows is set by statute. Darker film has a lower VLT percentage. The rules below apply to aftermarket window film; factory tint on back windows is usually permitted regardless of percentage.
Sedan — VLT limits
SUV / van / truck — VLT limits
Reflectivity — sedan
Reflectivity — SUV / van
Windshield, mirrors, colors & certification
Windshield
Non-reflective tint is permitted on the windshield above the manufacturer’s AS-1 line.
The AS-1 line is a factory-etched mark near the top of most windshields.
Side mirrors
Dual outside mirrors are required if rear-window tint limits visibility.
Restricted colors
- Red, amber, and other colored tint that resembles emergency or signal lighting is prohibited.
Compliance sticker
A compliance sticker is not required by statute.
Film certification
Film manufacturer certification is not required by statute.
Darker tint with a medical exemption in Wyoming
Wyoming offers a medical window-tint exemption for drivers with a qualifying medical condition. A physician certification is typically required. Applicants should confirm the current process with the Wyoming DOT.
Who typically qualifies: Drivers with a licensed physician’s certification of a medical condition requiring limited exposure to sunlight.
What you need to apply
- Physician certification of medical necessity.
- Submission to the issuing state agency per current instructions.
- Carry documentation in the vehicle while operating it.
Common mistakes drivers make in Wyoming
- Tinting front side windows darker than 28% VLT or higher.
- Using colored tint that can be confused with signal or emergency lighting.
- Assuming Wyoming enforces the same rules as a neighboring state.
Wyoming tint law FAQ
Is 20% tint legal in Wyoming?
Front side windows in Wyoming must allow at least 28% of light through on a sedan. Tint darker than that is not legal without a medical exemption.
Are SUV and van rules different from sedan rules in Wyoming?
Yes. Wyoming allows different (often darker) tint on back side and rear windows for SUVs and vans compared with sedans. See the rules tables above.
Does Wyoming offer a medical exemption for darker window tint?
Yes. Wyoming offers a medical tint exemption for drivers with a qualifying, physician-certified condition. See the Medical Exemption section for details.
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