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Malheur County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Malheur County, Oregon. Serving a population of 32.044 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Vale • Land Area: 9887,707 sq mi • State: Oregon (OR)
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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

Open Mon-Fri
Physical Courthouse Address

Malheur County Courthouse / Recording Office, Vale, OR 97918

Seat of government for Malheur County in Vale, OR.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(503) 765-9595

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

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 41045 • Coordinates: 43.1886° N, -117.6032° W
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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Malheur 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

Malheur County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by ORS 205.320
First Page Base Fee
$93.00
Includes statutory county automation index surcharge
Each Additional Page
$5.00
Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page
Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps
None (Except Washington County 0.1% transfer tax)
Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Oregon:

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 Malheur County

License Fee $50 - $65
Waiting Period 72 Hours
  • ✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 60 days of issuance.
  • ✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Malheur County courthouse.
  • ✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.
State Policy: 3-day waiting period; can be waived by County Clerk for additional fee.
Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $25.00
Death Cert $25.00
Marriage Cert $25.00
  • • Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
  • • Filing Agency: Processed through Oregon Health Authority Center for Health Statistics and the local Malheur 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 Malheur County

Filing Fee: $50.00
1. Filing Authority

In Malheur County, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the Oregon Secretary of State.

2. Statutory Requirement

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

3. State Rules & Notice

Assumed Business Name registered online with the Oregon Secretary of State Corporation Division.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Malheur County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Malheur County Clerk & Recorder office located?
The official Malheur County office is located at Malheur County Courthouse / Recording Office, Vale, OR 97918. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (503) 765-9595.
How much does it cost to record a deed in Malheur County?
Under Oregon statute (ORS 205.320), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Malheur County costs $93.00 for the first page, plus $5.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: None (Except Washington County 0.1% transfer tax).
How do I obtain a marriage license in Malheur County, OR?
Both applicants must appear in person before the Malheur County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $50 - $65. Oregon 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 Malheur County?
In Malheur County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the Oregon Secretary of State with a standard statutory filing fee of $50.00. Assumed Business Name registered online with the Oregon Secretary of State Corporation Division.
How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Malheur County?
Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $25.00 and death certificates starting at $25.00) can be requested through the Oregon Health Authority Center for Health Statistics or directly at the Malheur County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.