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Cargo insurance for Wyoming shipments

WYDOT's operating-authority manual says contract carriers generally need liability filing, while cargo Form H depends on the commodity: goods that can be dumped and recovered without losing value are treated differently from appreciable-value loads. Mobile-home carriers also need a distinct Form MC61E filing.

What Is Cargo and Transit Insurance?

Cargo coverage fits a shipper protecting goods it owns or a carrier responsible for another party’s goods. The quote needs to match who bears the loss, the shipment route and storage stops. Read the national Cargo and transit guide.

Wyoming Cargo and Transit Insurance Requirements

RequirementDetails
Commodity-based cargo filingWYDOT's manual says carriers hauling appreciable-value cargo need Form H; listed minimum is $10,000. Loose commodities that can be dumped and recovered without a change in value are treated differently. 1
Mobile-home mover securityThe manual lists separate Form MC61E security for mobile-home physical damage, including contents, alongside Form E liability and cargo Form H when required. 1

What Should You Watch for With Cargo and Transit Insurance in Wyoming?

  • Commodity form and handling can change the cargo filing

    WYDOT describes loose goods that can be dumped and recovered without a value change differently from appreciable-value cargo. Ask whether your exact commodity and loading method fall on the Form H list; bagged, processed, or salvageable goods should not be assumed to share a loose-bulk exception. 1

  • A mobile home is not just another freight load

    WYDOT lists Form MC61E as separate mobile-home mover security and describes Form H for personal contents. Ask for the filing that addresses the structure itself and separately verify coverage for contents or other freight. 1

  • A standard certificate may not satisfy Wyoming authority filing

    WYDOT says required forms must be completed by an insurer/broker representative and does not accept standard certificates, binders, abstracts, or insurance cards for intrastate authority. Confirm the filed form and active authority, not just a certificate emailed by the carrier. 2,1

Which Cargo and Transit Providers Have Wyoming License Records?

These providers publish a national listing for Cargo and transit; the state records document licenses for the entities and roles shown below. Some records rely on company-reported information rather than independent regulator verification. A national listing does not confirm the product is available in Wyoming. Check the regulator’s license lookup and confirm state availability for your business when requesting a quote.

  • Corgi

    Insurance producer · checked 2026-09-28

    Corgi Insurance Services, Inc.

    Corgi’s company producer-license table lists 50 jurisdictions: 49 states and the District of Columbia, including DC license 3003091619. New Mexico does not appear in the table and is not included here; the omission does not establish that Corgi is unlicensed there. The company-reported table has no stated as-of date and does not establish product availability. 10

    Corgi lists a cargo contractual liability product in its transportation offering.

Who Regulates Insurance in Wyoming?

Wyoming Department of Insurance

The Wyoming Department of Insurance administers Wyoming insurance laws, oversees insurers and insurance producers within its authority, and provides regulatory and consumer resources. You can use the department's complaint process to raise an insurance issue and its licensing resources to check insurance professionals. 3,4,5

Surplus-Lines Tax and Stamping Office in Wyoming

Reported tax rate. 3% of premium 6,7

The NAIC's state chart lists a 3% of premium charge for surplus-lines coverage for Wyoming (the chart's state entries were reviewed in October 2025). Your broker may collect the applicable amount with the premium. Surplus-lines insurers are not licensed in the state and generally are outside state guaranty-association protection; ask your broker to explain the insurer's financial protections and any diligent-search requirement that applies to your placement.

Questions to Ask Before You Buy Cargo and Transit in Wyoming

  1. Is the carrier for-hire under Wyoming authority, private hauling its own goods, or exempt under a specific rule?
  2. Does WYDOT classify this commodity and loading method as Form H cargo, and what load-value limit is filed?
  3. If a mobile home is hauled, are Form E, cargo Form H for contents, and Form MC61E all addressed?

Cargo and Transit Insurance in Wyoming: Frequently Asked Questions

Does every Wyoming intrastate contract carrier need the same cargo filing?

WYDOT's manual says the requirement depends on what is hauled: appreciable-value cargo generally needs Form H, while certain low-value loose commodities are treated differently. Check the current commodity list and actual filing with WYDOT. 1

Will a standard certificate of insurance prove Wyoming operating authority coverage?

WYDOT says it does not accept standard certificates, binders, abstracts, or insurance cards for intrastate authority filings. Ask the carrier to confirm the insurer-submitted form and current authority. 2

Cargo and Transit Insurance Guides for Other States

Other coverage in WyomingEvery coverage guide for Wyoming, plus the regulator and surplus-lines details.

Sources

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This guide is informational and does not determine whether a policy is available or meets your needs. Editorial policy. To suggest a correction, email The General Average with a supporting source.

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