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Wadena County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Wadena County, Minnesota. Serving a population of 14.241 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Wadena • Land Area: 536,347 sq mi • State: Minnesota (MN)
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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

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Physical Courthouse Address

Wadena County Courthouse / Recording Office, Wadena, MN 56482

Seat of government for Wadena County in Wadena, MN.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(651) 603-6329

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

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 27159 • Coordinates: 46.5870° N, -94.9886° W
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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Wadena 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

Wadena County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by Minn. Stat. § 357.18 (Flat-fee per document)
First Page Base Fee
$46.00
Includes statutory county automation index surcharge
Each Additional Page
$0.00
Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page
Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps
0.33% Deed Tax (0.34% in Hennepin/Ramsey counties)
Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Minnesota:

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 Wadena County

License Fee $115.00 ($40.00 with 12-hour premarital education)
Waiting Period 0 Hours
  • ✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 180 days of issuance.
  • ✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Wadena County courthouse.
  • ✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.
State Policy: Valid across Minnesota for 6 months.
Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $26.00
Death Cert $13.00
Marriage Cert $9.00
  • • Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
  • • Filing Agency: Processed through Minnesota Department of Health Office of Vital Records and the local Wadena 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 Wadena County

Filing Fee: $50.00
1. Filing Authority

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

2. Statutory Requirement

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

3. State Rules & Notice

Certificate of Assumed Name filed with the Secretary of State and published in a legal newspaper for 2 consecutive issues.

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State-Specific Statutory Legal Templates

Download Official Minnesota Real Estate Deeds & Legal Forms

Ensure your property transfer is compliant with Minnesota county recording statutes. Get attorney-drafted Quitclaim Deeds, Special Warranty Deeds, Powers of Attorney, and Promissory Notes formatted with correct margins and statutory acknowledgments.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Wadena County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Wadena County Clerk & Recorder office located?
The official Wadena County office is located at Wadena County Courthouse / Recording Office, Wadena, MN 56482. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (651) 603-6329.
How much does it cost to record a deed in Wadena County?
Under Minnesota statute (Minn. Stat. § 357.18 (Flat-fee per document)), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Wadena County costs $46.00 for the first page, plus $0.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: 0.33% Deed Tax (0.34% in Hennepin/Ramsey counties).
How do I obtain a marriage license in Wadena County, MN?
Both applicants must appear in person before the Wadena County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $115.00 ($40.00 with 12-hour premarital education). Minnesota requires a waiting period of 0 hours, and the license is valid for 180 days from the date of issuance.
How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in Wadena County?
In Wadena County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the Minnesota Secretary of State with a standard statutory filing fee of $50.00. Certificate of Assumed Name filed with the Secretary of State and published in a legal newspaper for 2 consecutive issues.
How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Wadena County?
Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $26.00 and death certificates starting at $13.00) can be requested through the Minnesota Department of Health Office of Vital Records or directly at the Wadena County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.