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Official Civic Directory Profile FIPS Code: 12086

Miami-Dade County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Miami-Dade County, Florida. Serving a population of 2.686.867 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Miami • Land Area: 1899,925 sq mi • State: Florida (FL)
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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

Open Mon-Fri
Physical Courthouse Address

73 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33130

Seat of government for Miami-Dade County in Miami, FL.

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Direct Clerk Office Line

(305) 275-1155

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

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 12086 • Coordinates: 25.6160° N, -80.5037° W
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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Miami-Dade 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

Miami-Dade County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by Fla. Stat. § 28.24 & § 201.02
First Page Base Fee
$10.00
Includes statutory county automation index surcharge
Each Additional Page
$8.50
Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page
Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps
$0.70 per $100 ($0.60 in Miami-Dade) Documentary Stamp Tax
Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Florida:

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.
Marriage Bureau

Marriage License in Miami-Dade County

License Fee $86.00 ($61.00 with premarital course completion)
Waiting Period 72 Hours
  • ✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 60 days of issuance.
  • ✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Miami-Dade County courthouse.
  • ✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.
State Policy: 3-day waiting period for Florida residents waived if verified 4-hour premarital course is taken.
Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $15.00
Death Cert $10.00
Marriage Cert $15.00
  • • Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
  • • Filing Agency: Processed through Florida Department of Health Bureau of Vital Statistics and the local Miami-Dade 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 Miami-Dade County

Filing Fee: $50.00
1. Filing Authority

In Miami-Dade County, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the Florida Department of State (Sunbiz.org).

2. Statutory Requirement

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

3. State Rules & Notice

Fictitious names in Florida must be registered with the State Division of Corporations at Sunbiz.org after advertising once in a local newspaper.

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State-Specific Statutory Legal Templates

Download Official Florida Real Estate Deeds & Legal Forms

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

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Frequently Asked Questions: Miami-Dade County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Miami-Dade County Clerk & Recorder office located?
The official Miami-Dade County office is located at 73 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33130. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (305) 275-1155.
How much does it cost to record a deed in Miami-Dade County?
Under Florida statute (Fla. Stat. § 28.24 & § 201.02), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Miami-Dade County costs $10.00 for the first page, plus $8.50 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: $0.70 per $100 ($0.60 in Miami-Dade) Documentary Stamp Tax.
How do I obtain a marriage license in Miami-Dade County, FL?
Both applicants must appear in person before the Miami-Dade County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $86.00 ($61.00 with premarital course completion). Florida requires a waiting period of 72 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 Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the Florida Department of State (Sunbiz.org) with a standard statutory filing fee of $50.00. Fictitious names in Florida must be registered with the State Division of Corporations at Sunbiz.org after advertising once in a local newspaper.
How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Miami-Dade County?
Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $15.00 and death certificates starting at $10.00) can be requested through the Florida Department of Health Bureau of Vital Statistics or directly at the Miami-Dade County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.