Official Civic Directory Profile FIPS Code: 05131

Sebastian County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Sebastian County, Arkansas. Serving a population of 129.098 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Fort Smith • Land Area: 531,183 sq mi • State: Arkansas (AR)

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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

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Physical Courthouse Address

Sebastian County Courthouse / Recording Office, Fort Smith, AR 72901

Seat of government for Sebastian County in Fort Smith, AR.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(501) 627-8761

Regular Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 05131 • Coordinates: 35.1970° N, -94.2750° W

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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Sebastian County

✓ Valid Government Photo ID (Driver's License or Passport)
✓ Payment: Credit Card, Cashier's Check, or Exact Cash
✓ Original signed documents with valid notary jurat/seal
✓ Mandatory 3-inch top margin for county recorder barcode

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Land Records & Real Property

Sebastian County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by Ark. Code Ann. § 21-6-306

First Page Base Fee

$15.00

Includes statutory county automation index surcharge

Each Additional Page

$5.00

Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page

Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps

$3.30 per $1,000 of purchase price ($2.20 state / $1.10 county)

Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Arkansas:

Top Margin (Page 1): Must leave minimum 3 inches blank at top right for official recorder barcode and indexing stamp.

Other Margins: Minimum 1 inch on side, bottom, and subsequent pages to avoid non-conforming document penalties.

Grantee & Return Address: Must state grantee's legal address and a return mailing address clearly on the first page.

Legibility & Font: Black ink on white 8.5 x 11 paper; minimum 10-point font. Notary stamps must be crisp and dark.

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Mortgage & Lien Records
Assessor Parcel History

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Marriage Bureau

Marriage License in Sebastian County

License Fee $60.00

Waiting Period 0 Hours

✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 60 days of issuance.
✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Sebastian County courthouse.
✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.

State Policy: Both applicants must appear in person before the County Clerk with photo ID.

Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $12.00

Death Cert $10.00

Marriage Cert $10.00

• Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
• Filing Agency: Processed through Arkansas Department of Health Vital Records and the local Sebastian County clerk counter.

Certified copies bear an official raised, embossed seal and are suitable for passports, probate, real estate, and legal identification.

Commercial & Business

DBA & Assumed Name Registration in Sebastian County

Filing Fee: $25.00

1. Filing Authority

In Sebastian County, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the County Clerk.

2. Statutory Requirement

Required prior to opening a commercial checking account, issuing invoices under a brand name, or executing contracts in Arkansas.

3. State Rules & Notice

Sole proprietorships and partnerships file 'Doing Business Under an Assumed Name' with the local County Clerk.

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Starting a Business or Filing a DBA in Sebastian County?

Save time and avoid multiple trips to the Sebastian County County Clerk. Form your official LLC, register your Trade / Assumed Name (DBA), get your federal Tax ID (EIN), and receive your registered agent documents fully online in Arkansas.

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Articles of Organization

Arkansas Compliant

State-Specific Statutory Legal Templates

Download Official Arkansas Real Estate Deeds & Legal Forms

Ensure your property transfer is compliant with Arkansas county recording statutes. Get attorney-drafted Quitclaim Deeds, Special Warranty Deeds, Powers of Attorney, and Promissory Notes formatted with correct margins and statutory acknowledgments.

✓ 3-inch top recording margin ready ✓ State notary jurat included ✓ Instant PDF & Word download

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Regional Civic Network

Nearby County Clerks in Arkansas

Need to file or search public records in an adjacent jurisdiction? Explore neighboring Arkansas recording offices:

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Frequently Asked Questions: Sebastian County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Sebastian County Clerk & Recorder office located?

The official Sebastian County office is located at Sebastian County Courthouse / Recording Office, Fort Smith, AR 72901. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (501) 627-8761.

How much does it cost to record a deed in Sebastian County?

Under Arkansas statute (Ark. Code Ann. § 21-6-306), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Sebastian County costs $15.00 for the first page, plus $5.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: $3.30 per $1,000 of purchase price ($2.20 state / $1.10 county).

How do I obtain a marriage license in Sebastian County, AR?

Both applicants must appear in person before the Sebastian County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $60.00. Arkansas requires a waiting period of 0 hours, and the license is valid for 60 days from the date of issuance.

How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in Sebastian County?

In Sebastian County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the County Clerk with a standard statutory filing fee of $25.00. Sole proprietorships and partnerships file 'Doing Business Under an Assumed Name' with the local County Clerk.

How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Sebastian County?

Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $12.00 and death certificates starting at $10.00) can be requested through the Arkansas Department of Health Vital Records or directly at the Sebastian County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.