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Recording a Deed or Document in Nelson County, VA

Nelson County (population 14,920) records real-property documents through the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Nelson 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.

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Nelson County recording — the essentials

Recording office
Clerk of the Circuit Court of Nelson 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
Nelson County Circuit Court Clerk's Office, P.O. Box 10, 84 Courthouse Square, 1st Floor, Lovingston, VA 22949-0010
Phone
(434) 263-7020
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 Nelson County?

Yes. Nelson 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 Nelson County, Virginia

  1. Prepare the document so it meets Nelson County formatting rules (legal description, grantee address, signature block, and the blank margin the recorder reserves for its stamp).
  2. Notarize it if the instrument requires acknowledgment — most deeds and affidavits do.
  3. Submit electronically through Simplifile, CSC, or by mail to Clerk of the Circuit Court of Nelson County at Nelson County Circuit Court Clerk's Office, P.O. Box 10, 84 Courthouse Square, 1st Floor, Lovingston, VA 22949-0010.
  4. 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)).
  5. 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 Nelson 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.

Nelson County recording — FAQ

How much does it cost to record a document in Nelson County?

The Clerk of the Circuit Court of Nelson 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 Nelson County?

Yes. Nelson 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 Nelson County?

Mail recordings to Clerk of the Circuit Court of Nelson County: Nelson County Circuit Court Clerk's Office, P.O. Box 10, 84 Courthouse Square, 1st Floor, Lovingston, VA 22949-0010 ((434) 263-7020).

Can Jurably record my document in Nelson 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 Nelson County recorder in person.

Record in Nelson County without the courthouse trip.

Upload your document — Jurably prepares, notarizes, and records it, then sends back the recorded instrument.

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