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Rhode Island County Clerks & Recorders

Directory of all 5 counties in Rhode Island. Access official courthouse addresses, recording fee schedules, marriage licenses, vital statistics, and government records search portals.

State Capital Providence Town Clerk / City Clerk (Municipality-Based)
Deed Recording
$49.00
Base fee (first page) • +$1.00/addl page
R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-13-7 & § 44-25-1
Transfer Tax
$2.30 per $500 ($4.60 per $1,000) Real Estate Conveyance Tax
Real estate conveyance / deed stamp
Marriage License
$24.00
Waiting period: 0 hours • Valid: 90 days
DBA & Business
$10.00
Filing office: Town/City Clerk
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All Rhode Island Counties Directory (5)

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island County Clerks

Who records deeds and property transfers in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island, real estate deeds, mortgages, and liens are officially recorded by the Town Clerk / City Clerk (Municipality-Based). Standard recording fees are governed by R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-13-7 & § 44-25-1 with a base fee of $49.00 for the first page and $1.00 for each additional page.
What is the real estate transfer tax rate in Rhode Island?
Transfer tax rules in Rhode Island: $2.30 per $500 ($4.60 per $1,000) Real Estate Conveyance Tax. Check your specific county requirements as local documentary stamps or municipal fees may also apply.
What are the requirements for getting married in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island, marriage license fees typically range around $24.00. The state requires a mandatory waiting period of 0 hours from application to marriage ceremony, and the license remains valid for 90 days. Obtained from the City or Town Clerk where either party resides.
Where do I register a DBA or business name in Rhode Island?
For Rhode Island, business name filings (DBA / Assumed Name) require a fee of approximately $10.00 and are processed through the Town/City Clerk. Trade name filed with the local Town or City Clerk where business is located.