North Dakota · Document Recording
Recording a Deed or Document in Benson, ND
Benson (population 5,759) records real-property documents through the Benson County Recorder. 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.
Benson recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- Benson County Recorder
- Recording fee
- $20.00 for documents 1-6 pages first / $65.00 for 7-25 pages; $3.00/page over 25 pages add'l (+$10.00 margin non-compliance fee; certified copies $5 first page/$2 each additional page)
- Mailing address
- PO Box 193, Minnewaukan, ND 58351
- Phone
- 701-473-5340 ext. 3
- Checks payable to
- Benson County Recorder (unverified exact payee line)
- Electronic recording
- Available via Simplifile, CSC
Formatting note: Statewide ND standard: 3-inch top margin for recording stamp; 1-inch margin one side; 10-pt Calibri minimum font
Can you e-record in Benson?
Yes. Benson accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, CSC, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
How to record a document in Benson, North Dakota
- Prepare the document so it meets Benson 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, CSC, or by mail to Benson County Recorder at PO Box 193, Minnewaukan, ND 58351.
- Pay the recording fee ($20.00 for documents 1-6 pages first / $65.00 for 7-25 pages; $3.00/page over 25 pages add'l (+$10.00 margin non-compliance fee; certified copies $5 first page/$2 each additional page)).
- 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 Benson 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.
Benson recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Benson?
The Benson County Recorder charges $20.00 for documents 1-6 pages first / $65.00 for 7-25 pages; $3.00/page over 25 pages add'l (+$10.00 margin non-compliance fee; certified copies $5 first page/$2 each additional page), with checks payable to Benson County Recorder (unverified exact payee line). Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Benson?
Yes. Benson accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, CSC, 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 Benson?
Mail recordings to Benson County Recorder: PO Box 193, Minnewaukan, ND 58351 (701-473-5340 ext. 3).
Can Jurably record my document in Benson 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 Benson recorder in person.
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