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Gasconade County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Gasconade County, Missouri. Serving a population of 14.705 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Hermann • Land Area: 519,005 sq mi • State: Missouri (MO)
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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

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Physical Courthouse Address

Gasconade County Courthouse / Recording Office, Hermann, MO 63091

Seat of government for Gasconade County in Hermann, MO.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(573) 241-3363

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

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 29073 • Coordinates: 38.4412° N, -91.5058° W
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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Gasconade 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

Gasconade County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by Mo. Rev. Stat. § 59.310
First Page Base Fee
$24.00
Includes statutory county automation index surcharge
Each Additional Page
$3.00
Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page
Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps
None (Missouri Constitution prohibits transfer taxes)
Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Missouri:

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 Gasconade County

License Fee $45 - $60
Waiting Period 0 Hours
  • ✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 30 days of issuance.
  • ✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Gasconade County courthouse.
  • ✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.
State Policy: Issued by County Recorder of Deeds. Immediate issuance.
Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $15.00
Death Cert $14.00
Marriage Cert $15.00
  • • Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
  • • Filing Agency: Processed through Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Bureau of Vital Records and the local Gasconade 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 Gasconade County

Filing Fee: $7.00
1. Filing Authority

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

2. Statutory Requirement

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

3. State Rules & Notice

Fictitious name registration handled via the Secretary of State online portal.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Gasconade County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Gasconade County Clerk & Recorder office located?
The official Gasconade County office is located at Gasconade County Courthouse / Recording Office, Hermann, MO 63091. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (573) 241-3363.
How much does it cost to record a deed in Gasconade County?
Under Missouri statute (Mo. Rev. Stat. § 59.310), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Gasconade County costs $24.00 for the first page, plus $3.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: None (Missouri Constitution prohibits transfer taxes).
How do I obtain a marriage license in Gasconade County, MO?
Both applicants must appear in person before the Gasconade County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $45 - $60. Missouri requires a waiting period of 0 hours, and the license is valid for 30 days from the date of issuance.
How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in Gasconade County?
In Gasconade County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the Missouri Secretary of State with a standard statutory filing fee of $7.00. Fictitious name registration handled via the Secretary of State online portal.
How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Gasconade County?
Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $15.00 and death certificates starting at $14.00) can be requested through the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Bureau of Vital Records or directly at the Gasconade County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.