Official Civic Directory Profile FIPS Code: 56017

Hot Springs County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Hot Springs County, Wyoming. Serving a population of 4661 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Thermopolis • Land Area: 2004,431 sq mi • State: Wyoming (WY)

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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

Open Mon-Fri

Physical Courthouse Address

Hot Springs County Courthouse / Recording Office, Thermopolis, WY 82430

Seat of government for Hot Springs County in Thermopolis, WY.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(307) 489-2027

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

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 56017 • Coordinates: 43.7202° N, -108.4351° W

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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Hot Springs 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

Hot Springs 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.

Instant Public Records & Title Verification

Need Official Property Deeds or Title Records in Hot Springs County?

Search land records, deed history, mortgage transfers, tax liens, judgments, and parcel ownership across Hot Springs County, Wyoming. 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 Hot Springs 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 Hot Springs 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 Hot Springs 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 Hot Springs County

Filing Fee: $10.00

1. Filing Authority

In Hot Springs 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.

Official Business & DBA Filing Assistance

Starting a Business or Filing a DBA in Hot Springs County?

Save time and avoid multiple trips to the Hot Springs County Wyoming 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 Wyoming.

Name Search Included

Articles of Organization

Wyoming Compliant

State-Specific Statutory Legal Templates

Download Official Wyoming Real Estate Deeds & Legal Forms

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.

✓ 3-inch top recording margin ready ✓ State notary jurat included ✓ Instant PDF & Word download

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Nearby County Clerks in Wyoming

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

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Frequently Asked Questions: Hot Springs County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Hot Springs County Clerk & Recorder office located?

The official Hot Springs County office is located at Hot Springs County Courthouse / Recording Office, Thermopolis, WY 82430. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (307) 489-2027.

How much does it cost to record a deed in Hot Springs County?

Under Wyoming statute (Wyo. Stat. § 18-3-402), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Hot Springs 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 Hot Springs County, WY?

Both applicants must appear in person before the Hot Springs 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 Hot Springs County?

In Hot Springs 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 Hot Springs 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 Hot Springs County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.