Official Civic Directory Profile FIPS Code: 02195

Petersburg Borough Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Petersburg Borough, Alaska. Serving a population of 3427 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Petersburg Land Area: 2900,828 sq mi State: Alaska (AK)
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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

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Physical Courthouse Address

Petersburg Borough Courthouse / Recording Office, Petersburg, AK 99833

Seat of government for Petersburg Borough in Petersburg, AK.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(907) 415-6745

Regular Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 02195 Coordinates: 57.1125° N, -133.0086° W
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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Petersburg Borough

  • Valid Government Photo ID (Driver's License or Passport)
  • Payment: Credit Card, Cashier's Check, or Exact Cash
  • Original signed documents with valid notary jurat/seal
  • Mandatory 3-inch top margin for county recorder barcode
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Land Records & Real Property

Petersburg Borough Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by Alaska Admin Code 11 AAC 06
First Page Base Fee
$25.00
Includes statutory county automation index surcharge
Each Additional Page
$5.00
Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page
Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps
None (No state real estate transfer tax)
Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Alaska:

Top Margin (Page 1): Must leave minimum 3 inches blank at top right for official recorder barcode and indexing stamp.
Other Margins: Minimum 1 inch on side, bottom, and subsequent pages to avoid non-conforming document penalties.
Grantee & Return Address: Must state grantee's legal address and a return mailing address clearly on the first page.
Legibility & Font: Black ink on white 8.5 x 11 paper; minimum 10-point font. Notary stamps must be crisp and dark.
Marriage Bureau

Marriage License in Petersburg Borough

License Fee $60.00
Waiting Period 72 Hours
  • Validity Window: Must solemnize within 90 days of issuance.
  • Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Petersburg Borough courthouse.
  • Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.
State Policy: Application must be submitted to the Alaska Bureau of Vital Statistics or local court.
Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $30.00
Death Cert $30.00
Marriage Cert $30.00
  • Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
  • Filing Agency: Processed through Alaska Health Analytics and Vital Records Section and the local Petersburg Borough clerk counter.
Certified copies bear an official raised, embossed seal and are suitable for passports, probate, real estate, and legal identification.
Commercial & Business

DBA & Assumed Name Registration in Petersburg Borough

Filing Fee: $25.00
1. Filing Authority

In Petersburg Borough, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing.

2. Statutory Requirement

Required prior to opening a commercial checking account, issuing invoices under a brand name, or executing contracts in Alaska.

3. State Rules & Notice

Alaska handles all business name filings and business licenses at the state level.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Petersburg Borough Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Petersburg Borough Clerk & Recorder office located?
The official Petersburg Borough office is located at Petersburg Borough Courthouse / Recording Office, Petersburg, AK 99833. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (907) 415-6745.
How much does it cost to record a deed in Petersburg Borough?
Under Alaska statute (Alaska Admin Code 11 AAC 06), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Petersburg Borough costs $25.00 for the first page, plus $5.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: None (No state real estate transfer tax).
How do I obtain a marriage license in Petersburg Borough, AK?
Both applicants must appear in person before the Petersburg Borough Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $60.00. Alaska requires a waiting period of 72 hours, and the license is valid for 90 days from the date of issuance.
How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in Petersburg Borough?
In Petersburg Borough, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing with a standard statutory filing fee of $25.00. Alaska handles all business name filings and business licenses at the state level.
How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Petersburg Borough?
Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $30.00 and death certificates starting at $30.00) can be requested through the Alaska Health Analytics and Vital Records Section or directly at the Petersburg Borough courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.