Oklahoma · Document Recording
Recording a Deed or Document in Cherokee County, OK
Cherokee County (population 49,196) records real-property documents through the Cherokee County Clerk. 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.
Cherokee County recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- Cherokee County Clerk
- Recording fee
- $8.00 + $10.00 preservation fee = $18.00 (conforming deed, first page) first / $2.00 per additional page (conforming); nonconforming $25.00 first page / $10.00 additional add'l (+$10.00 preservation/records-management fee included per instrument; documentary stamp tax $0.75 per $500 of consideration over $100; Treasurer mortgage certification fee $10 (effective 11/01/2025))
- Mailing address
- 213 W. Delaware St, Rm 200, Tahlequah, OK 74464
- Phone
- 918-456-3171
- Checks payable to
- Cherokee County Clerk
- Electronic recording
- Paper / mail
Formatting note: No standalone cover sheet required; blank space required at top of first page for stamps/recording data
Can you e-record in Cherokee County?
Cherokee County records documents submitted by mail or in person. Jurably handles this on the paper rail — we prepare, notarize, mail, and track your document to a recorded instrument number.
How to record a document in Cherokee County, Oklahoma
- Prepare the document so it meets Cherokee 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 by mail to Cherokee County Clerk at 213 W. Delaware St, Rm 200, Tahlequah, OK 74464.
- Pay the recording fee ($8.00 + $10.00 preservation fee = $18.00 (conforming deed, first page) first / $2.00 per additional page (conforming); nonconforming $25.00 first page / $10.00 additional add'l (+$10.00 preservation/records-management fee included per instrument; documentary stamp tax $0.75 per $500 of consideration over $100; Treasurer mortgage certification fee $10 (effective 11/01/2025))).
- 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 Cherokee County standards, arrange remote online notarization if it is needed, record it by certified mail, and return the recorded instrument — usually within a couple of business days. It is a self-help filing service, not legal advice.
Cherokee County recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Cherokee County?
The Cherokee County Clerk charges $8.00 + $10.00 preservation fee = $18.00 (conforming deed, first page) first / $2.00 per additional page (conforming); nonconforming $25.00 first page / $10.00 additional add'l (+$10.00 preservation/records-management fee included per instrument; documentary stamp tax $0.75 per $500 of consideration over $100; Treasurer mortgage certification fee $10 (effective 11/01/2025)), with checks payable to Cherokee County Clerk. Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Cherokee County?
Cherokee County records documents submitted by mail or in person. Jurably handles this on the paper rail — we prepare, notarize, mail, and track your document to a recorded instrument number.
Where do I send documents for recording in Cherokee County?
Mail recordings to Cherokee County Clerk: 213 W. Delaware St, Rm 200, Tahlequah, OK 74464 (918-456-3171).
Can Jurably record my document in Cherokee County for me?
Yes. Upload your signed document, and Jurably prepares it, arranges notarization if it is required, records it by mail, and returns the recorded instrument to you — so you never have to visit the Cherokee County recorder in person.
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Upload your document — Jurably prepares, notarizes, and records it, then sends back the recorded instrument.