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Recording a Deed or Document in Montgomery County, VA
Montgomery County (population 98,434) records real-property documents through the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Montgomery County. 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.
Montgomery County recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- Clerk of the Circuit Court of Montgomery County
- Recording fee
- $18 (instrument of 10 or fewer pages) - statewide statutory fee under Va. Code §17.1-275 first / $32 total for 11-30 pages; $52 total for 31+ pages add'l (+$17 per oversized plat/map sheet; $3.50 per instrument earmarked for Library of Virginia records preservation; grantor/grantee recordation tax separate)
- Mailing address
- Montgomery County Circuit Court Clerk's Office, 55 East Main Street, Suite 1, Christiansburg, VA 24073
- Phone
- (540) 382-5760
- Checks payable to
- Clerk of the Circuit Court
- Electronic recording
- Available via Simplifile, CSC
Formatting note: Virginia Land Record Cover Sheet (VLRCS) required per Va. Code §17.1-227.1; no fee. Standard VA formatting: 8.5x11/8.5x14 paper, black ink, minimum 9-pt type, blank top margin for clerk stamp per Va. Code §17.1-223
Can you e-record in Montgomery County?
Yes. Montgomery County 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 Montgomery County, Virginia
- Prepare the document so it meets Montgomery 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, CSC, or by mail to Clerk of the Circuit Court of Montgomery County at Montgomery County Circuit Court Clerk's Office, 55 East Main Street, Suite 1, Christiansburg, VA 24073.
- Pay the recording fee ($18 (instrument of 10 or fewer pages) - statewide statutory fee under Va. Code §17.1-275 first / $32 total for 11-30 pages; $52 total for 31+ pages add'l (+$17 per oversized plat/map sheet; $3.50 per instrument earmarked for Library of Virginia records preservation; grantor/grantee recordation tax separate)).
- 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 Montgomery 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.
Montgomery County recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Montgomery County?
The Clerk of the Circuit Court of Montgomery County charges $18 (instrument of 10 or fewer pages) - statewide statutory fee under Va. Code §17.1-275 first / $32 total for 11-30 pages; $52 total for 31+ pages add'l (+$17 per oversized plat/map sheet; $3.50 per instrument earmarked for Library of Virginia records preservation; grantor/grantee recordation tax separate), with checks payable to Clerk of the Circuit Court. Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Montgomery County?
Yes. Montgomery County 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 Montgomery County?
Mail recordings to Clerk of the Circuit Court of Montgomery County: Montgomery County Circuit Court Clerk's Office, 55 East Main Street, Suite 1, Christiansburg, VA 24073 ((540) 382-5760).
Can Jurably record my document in Montgomery 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 Montgomery County recorder in person.
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