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Converse County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Converse County, Wyoming. Serving a population of 13.809 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Douglas • Land Area: 4254,995 sq mi • State: Wyoming (WY)
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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

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Physical Courthouse Address

Converse County Courthouse / Recording Office, Douglas, WY 82633

Seat of government for Converse County in Douglas, WY.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(307) 353-1779

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

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 56009 • Coordinates: 42.9846° N, -105.5248° W
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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Converse 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

Converse County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by Wyo. Stat. § 18-3-402
First Page Base Fee
$12.00
Includes statutory county automation index surcharge
Each Additional Page
$3.00
Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page
Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps
None (Wyoming has no real estate transfer tax)
Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Wyoming:

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 Converse County

License Fee $30.00
Waiting Period 0 Hours
  • ✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 365 days of issuance.
  • ✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Converse County courthouse.
  • ✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.
State Policy: Issued by County Clerk. Valid for 1 year with no waiting period.
Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $25.00
Death Cert $25.00
Marriage Cert $25.00
  • • Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
  • • Filing Agency: Processed through Wyoming Department of Health Vital Statistics Services and the local Converse 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 Converse County

Filing Fee: $10.00
1. Filing Authority

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

2. Statutory Requirement

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

3. State Rules & Notice

Trade name registered with the Wyoming Secretary of State.

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Ensure your property transfer is compliant with Wyoming 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: Converse County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Converse County Clerk & Recorder office located?
The official Converse County office is located at Converse County Courthouse / Recording Office, Douglas, WY 82633. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (307) 353-1779.
How much does it cost to record a deed in Converse County?
Under Wyoming statute (Wyo. Stat. § 18-3-402), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Converse County costs $12.00 for the first page, plus $3.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: None (Wyoming has no real estate transfer tax).
How do I obtain a marriage license in Converse County, WY?
Both applicants must appear in person before the Converse County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $30.00. Wyoming 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 Converse County?
In Converse County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the Wyoming Secretary of State with a standard statutory filing fee of $10.00. Trade name registered with the Wyoming Secretary of State.
How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Converse County?
Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $25.00 and death certificates starting at $25.00) can be requested through the Wyoming Department of Health Vital Statistics Services or directly at the Converse County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.