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Recording a Deed or Document in Carteret County, NC
Carteret County (population 67,686) records real-property documents through the Carteret County Register of Deeds. Below is what it costs, how to submit, and how Jurably can prepare, notarize, and record your document for you — without a trip to the courthouse.
Carteret County recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- Carteret County Register of Deeds
- Recording fee
- $26 for first 15 pages (deeds/general instruments); $64 for first 35 pages (deeds of trust) first / $4 per additional page beyond base tier add'l (+$10 additional for multi-instrument documents; $25 non-standard document fee; $10 oath of notary fee; certified copies $5 first page/$2 each additional (excludes vitals); excise tax due with deed filing fee)
- Mailing address
- 302 Courthouse Square, Beaufort, NC 28516
- Phone
- 252-728-8474
- Checks payable to
- Carteret County Register of Deeds
- Electronic recording
- Available via Simplifile
Formatting note: No mandated cover sheet. Formatting standard: 8.5x11 or 8.5x14 paper, 3in blank top margin p.1 / 1/4in other margins, one-sided, black on white, min 10pt font, instrument type stated at top of page 1
Can you e-record in Carteret County?
Yes. Carteret County accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
How to record a document in Carteret County, North Carolina
- Prepare the document so it meets Carteret County formatting rules (legal description, grantee address, signature block, and the blank margin the recorder reserves for its stamp).
- Notarize it if the instrument requires acknowledgment — most deeds and affidavits do.
- Submit electronically through Simplifile, or by mail to Carteret County Register of Deeds at 302 Courthouse Square, Beaufort, NC 28516.
- Pay the recording fee ($26 for first 15 pages (deeds/general instruments); $64 for first 35 pages (deeds of trust) first / $4 per additional page beyond base tier add'l (+$10 additional for multi-instrument documents; $25 non-standard document fee; $10 oath of notary fee; certified copies $5 first page/$2 each additional (excludes vitals); excise tax due with deed filing fee)).
- Receive the recorded instrument back with its book/page or instrument number as proof of record.
Let Jurably record it for you
Skip the courthouse. Upload your signed document to Jurably and we prepare it to Carteret County standards, arrange remote online notarization if it is needed, e-record it through the county’s approved network, and return the recorded instrument — usually within a couple of business days. It is a self-help filing service, not legal advice.
Carteret County recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Carteret County?
The Carteret County Register of Deeds charges $26 for first 15 pages (deeds/general instruments); $64 for first 35 pages (deeds of trust) first / $4 per additional page beyond base tier add'l (+$10 additional for multi-instrument documents; $25 non-standard document fee; $10 oath of notary fee; certified copies $5 first page/$2 each additional (excludes vitals); excise tax due with deed filing fee), with checks payable to Carteret County Register of Deeds. Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Carteret County?
Yes. Carteret County accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
Where do I send documents for recording in Carteret County?
Mail recordings to Carteret County Register of Deeds: 302 Courthouse Square, Beaufort, NC 28516 (252-728-8474).
Can Jurably record my document in Carteret County for me?
Yes. Upload your signed document, and Jurably prepares it, arranges notarization if it is required, e-records it through the county’s approved network, and returns the recorded instrument to you — so you never have to visit the Carteret County recorder in person.
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