Fees: $7.00 to file a trade name; standard land document fees vary by document type per Iowa statutory schedule (real estate transfer tax is $1.60 per $1000, first $500 exempt)

Processing: Documents typically recorded same day when submitted in person or via eRecording

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Vital Records

Johnson County Recorder - Vital Records Division

913 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240

319-356-6093

Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Fees: Fees vary by certificate type; contact office for current birth/death/marriage certificate fee schedule

Processing: Marriage license processing time is 3 days from application before license is valid; certified copies generally available same day in person

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What to know about requesting records in Johnson County

In Iowa, the County Recorder's office issues both real estate recordings and vital records (birth, death, marriage certificates).
Johnson County requires marriage license applicants to bring a witness aged 18 or older who personally knows both partners.
The Johnson County Recorder's office cannot process DNR (boat/OHV) paperwork after 4:45 PM.

Documents We Retrieve in Johnson County

Our team retrieves a comprehensive range of documents from Johnson County and Iowa government agencies and records offices.

Vital Records

Birth Certificates
Death Certificates
Marriage Certificates
Divorce Certificates
Amended Vital Records

Property & Real Estate

Property Deeds
Mortgage Documents
Title Documents
Lien Records
Property Tax Records
Foreclosure Records

Business & Corporate

Articles of Incorporation
Certificate of Good Standing
UCC Filings
Annual Reports
Business Licenses
Operating Agreements

DMV & Vehicle

Vehicle Titles
Driver Records
Vehicle Registration
Driving History
Accident Reports
License Verification

Educational Records

Academic Transcripts
Diplomas
Degree Verification
GED Certificates
Enrollment Records
Teacher Certifications

Background & Identity

Employment Verification
Identity Documents
Citizenship Records
Immigration Documents
Military Records

Cities Served in Johnson County

We provide document retrieval services for all cities and communities within Johnson County, including:

Iowa City, IACoralville, IANorth Liberty, IA

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