Record a document - King County

Fee increase

As of July 1, 2023, all map recording fees will increase by $36.

You can record a document at the King County Recorder's Office at our Customer Service Center, depositing it in our drop box outside the CSC building, sending it by mail, or by e-recording.

Is your document formatted correctly?

Washington State sets our formatting standards and fees. All documents submitted to the Recorder's Office must be prepared according to these standards ahead of time. While we do not provide templates and cannot assist with the preparation, please do review our formatting tips. If you need help preparing your document, you may consult a title company, real estate attorney, or another professional.

How do I record a document?

Public recording services end at 3:30

The Recorder’s Office cannot offer legal advice or determine the legal correctness or function of the content of your document. It is highly advised that you consult a professional before recording.

In Person

In-person service is available at the King County Customer Service Center, 201 S. Jackson St, second floor. Documents to be recorded can also be deposited in the Recorder's Office drop box located outside the building in Seattle's Pioneer Square neighborhood. Be sure to include a check or money order for payment of the recording fee(s). Review our Payment Information for details. Most documents will be available for viewing through our online records search within seven to ten business days after being deposited.

Mail

Send us your document(s) with a personal check, cashier's check, or money order for the processing fee(s) to the address shown at the bottom of this page. Your document will usually be available for viewing through our online records search within seven to ten business days.

e-Recording

Frequent submitters may find electronic recording more convenient and efficient than submitting hard copies of documents. Customers can submit documents through a third party submitter, or directly through a King County Agent Account. If you are interested in e-recording, please contact the Recorder's Office directly.

Join the Line with QLess

Spend less time in line at the King County Customer Service Center by joining the virtual queue with QLess. Here's how:

Join the line or make an appointment with this link or by texting the phrase Join the CSC Line to 206-539-0413. You can also use the QLess smartphone app available on most app stores.
Wait where you want - we'll send you texts about your place in line and when it's time to start heading toward our counter at the King County Customer Service Center.
When it's your turn, we'll text you to let you know exactly where to go. If you're already at the Customer Service Center, you can watch the screens in the lobbies for your name and which counter to visit.

You can also join the queue by visiting the Customer Service Center in person and using the QLess Kiosks in the South or East Lobbies.

Join the Line

Fees

Documents	Fees as of July 26, 2021
Assignment of Deed of Trust Appointment of Successor Trustee Resignation of Successor Trustee	$18 $1 for each additional page
Death Certificate Government Liens (State, County, Municipal)	$39 $1 for each additional page
Deed of Trust	$204.50 $1 for each additional page
Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, Form DD 214	No fee
All other documents	$203.50 $1 for each additional page

Note: When recording multiple titles in one document, additional recording fees are required for each title, but additional page fees do not apply.

Standard Forms and Documents

	Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Customer Service: 206-477-6620 Marriage Licensing: 206-477-9521
	kcrocust@kingcounty.gov
	Monday - Friday Recording ends at 3:30 p.m.
	Holidays and Site Closures