Official Civic Directory Profile FIPS Code: 32023

Nye County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Nye County, Nevada. Serving a population of 55.720 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Tonopah • Land Area: 18.181,914 sq mi • State: Nevada (NV)

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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

Open Mon-Fri

Physical Courthouse Address

Nye County Courthouse / Recording Office, Tonopah, NV 89049

Seat of government for Nye County in Tonopah, NV.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(775) 691-5813

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

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 32023 • Coordinates: 37.9659° N, -116.4590° W

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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Nye 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

Nye County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by NRS 247.305 & NRS 375

First Page Base Fee

$42.00

Includes statutory county automation index surcharge

Each Additional Page

$1.00

Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page

Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps

$1.95 to $2.55 per $500 Real Property Transfer Tax (RPTT)

Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Nevada:

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 Nye County

License Fee $102.00 (Clark County / Las Vegas standard)

Waiting Period 0 Hours

✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 365 days of issuance.
✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Nye County courthouse.
✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.

State Policy: Zero waiting period. Open 8 AM to Midnight every day 365 days a year in Clark County.

Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $25.00

Death Cert $25.00

Marriage Cert $20.00

• Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
• Filing Agency: Processed through Nevada Department of Health and Human Services Division of Public and Behavioral Health and the local Nye 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 Nye County

Filing Fee: $25.00

1. Filing Authority

In Nye 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 Nevada.

3. State Rules & Notice

Fictitious Firm Name (FFN) certificate must be filed with the County Clerk in each county of business.

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Starting a Business or Filing a DBA in Nye County?

Save time and avoid multiple trips to the Nye 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 Nevada.

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Articles of Organization

Nevada Compliant

State-Specific Statutory Legal Templates

Download Official Nevada Real Estate Deeds & Legal Forms

Ensure your property transfer is compliant with Nevada 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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Frequently Asked Questions: Nye County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Nye County Clerk & Recorder office located?

The official Nye County office is located at Nye County Courthouse / Recording Office, Tonopah, NV 89049. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (775) 691-5813.

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

Under Nevada statute (NRS 247.305 & NRS 375), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Nye County costs $42.00 for the first page, plus $1.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: $1.95 to $2.55 per $500 Real Property Transfer Tax (RPTT).

How do I obtain a marriage license in Nye County, NV?

Both applicants must appear in person before the Nye County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $102.00 (Clark County / Las Vegas standard). Nevada requires a waiting period of 0 hours, and the license is valid for 365 days from the date of issuance.

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

In Nye County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the County Clerk with a standard statutory filing fee of $25.00. Fictitious Firm Name (FFN) certificate must be filed with the County Clerk in each county of business.

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

Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $25.00 and death certificates starting at $25.00) can be requested through the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services Division of Public and Behavioral Health or directly at the Nye County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.