Official Civic Directory Profile FIPS Code: 16083

Twin Falls County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Twin Falls County, Idaho. Serving a population of 95.156 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Twin Falls • Land Area: 1921,714 sq mi • State: Idaho (ID)

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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

Open Mon-Fri

Physical Courthouse Address

Twin Falls County Courthouse / Recording Office, Twin Falls, ID 83301

Seat of government for Twin Falls County in Twin Falls, ID.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(208) 611-1173

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

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 16083 • Coordinates: 42.3523° N, -114.6656° W

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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Twin Falls 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

Twin Falls County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by Idaho Code § 31-3205

First Page Base Fee

$15.00

Includes statutory county automation index surcharge

Each Additional Page

$3.00

Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page

Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps

None (Idaho has no real estate transfer tax)

Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Idaho:

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.

Instant Public Records & Title Verification

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Search land records, deed history, mortgage transfers, tax liens, judgments, and parcel ownership across Twin Falls County, Idaho. Instantly access official document copies online without visiting the courthouse records vault.

Warranty & Quitclaim Deeds
Mortgage & Lien Records
Assessor Parcel History

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Marriage Bureau

Marriage License in Twin Falls County

License Fee $30.00 (Cash only in many counties)

Waiting Period 0 Hours

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

State Policy: Issued by County Recorder. Valid immediately across Idaho.

Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $16.00

Death Cert $16.00

Marriage Cert $16.00

• Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
• Filing Agency: Processed through Idaho Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics and the local Twin Falls 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 Twin Falls County

Filing Fee: $25.00

1. Filing Authority

In Twin Falls County, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the Idaho Secretary of State.

2. Statutory Requirement

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

3. State Rules & Notice

Assumed Business Name filings must be submitted to the Idaho Secretary of State.

Official Business & DBA Filing Assistance

Starting a Business or Filing a DBA in Twin Falls County?

Save time and avoid multiple trips to the Twin Falls County Idaho Secretary of State. 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 Idaho.

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Articles of Organization

Idaho Compliant

State-Specific Statutory Legal Templates

Download Official Idaho Real Estate Deeds & Legal Forms

Ensure your property transfer is compliant with Idaho 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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Regional Civic Network

Nearby County Clerks in Idaho

Need to file or search public records in an adjacent jurisdiction? Explore neighboring Idaho recording offices:

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Frequently Asked Questions: Twin Falls County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Twin Falls County Clerk & Recorder office located?

The official Twin Falls County office is located at Twin Falls County Courthouse / Recording Office, Twin Falls, ID 83301. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (208) 611-1173.

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

Under Idaho statute (Idaho Code § 31-3205), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Twin Falls County costs $15.00 for the first page, plus $3.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: None (Idaho has no real estate transfer tax).

How do I obtain a marriage license in Twin Falls County, ID?

Both applicants must appear in person before the Twin Falls County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $30.00 (Cash only in many counties). Idaho 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 Twin Falls County?

In Twin Falls County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the Idaho Secretary of State with a standard statutory filing fee of $25.00. Assumed Business Name filings must be submitted to the Idaho Secretary of State.

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

Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $16.00 and death certificates starting at $16.00) can be requested through the Idaho Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics or directly at the Twin Falls County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.