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Santa Cruz County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Santa Cruz County, Arizona. Serving a population of 49.158 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Nogales • Land Area: 1236,26 sq mi • State: Arizona (AZ)
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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

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Physical Courthouse Address

Santa Cruz County Courthouse / Recording Office, Nogales, AZ 85621

Seat of government for Santa Cruz County in Nogales, AZ.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(602) 691-1113

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

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 04023 • Coordinates: 31.5257° N, -110.8452° W
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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Santa Cruz County

  • ✓ 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

Santa Cruz County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 11-475 (Flat-fee recording state)
First Page Base Fee
$30.00
Includes statutory county automation index surcharge
Each Additional Page
$0.00
Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page
Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps
$2.00 flat affidavit of property value fee
Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Arizona:

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 Santa Cruz County

License Fee $83.00
Waiting Period 0 Hours
  • ✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 365 days of issuance.
  • ✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Santa Cruz County courthouse.
  • ✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.
State Policy: No waiting period. Marriage license is valid anywhere in Arizona for 1 full year.
Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $20.00
Death Cert $20.00
Marriage Cert $30.00
  • • Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
  • • Filing Agency: Processed through Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) Bureau of Vital Records and the local Santa Cruz County 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 Santa Cruz County

Filing Fee: $10.00
1. Filing Authority

In Santa Cruz County, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the Arizona Secretary of State.

2. Statutory Requirement

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

3. State Rules & Notice

Trade names in Arizona are registered with the Secretary of State rather than at the county level.

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State-Specific Statutory Legal Templates

Download Official Arizona Real Estate Deeds & Legal Forms

Ensure your property transfer is compliant with Arizona county recording statutes. Get attorney-drafted Quitclaim Deeds, Special Warranty Deeds, Powers of Attorney, and Promissory Notes formatted with correct margins and statutory acknowledgments.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Santa Cruz County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Santa Cruz County Clerk & Recorder office located?
The official Santa Cruz County office is located at Santa Cruz County Courthouse / Recording Office, Nogales, AZ 85621. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (602) 691-1113.
How much does it cost to record a deed in Santa Cruz County?
Under Arizona statute (Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 11-475 (Flat-fee recording state)), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Santa Cruz County costs $30.00 for the first page, plus $0.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: $2.00 flat affidavit of property value fee.
How do I obtain a marriage license in Santa Cruz County, AZ?
Both applicants must appear in person before the Santa Cruz County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $83.00. Arizona requires a waiting period of 0 hours, and the license is valid for 365 days from the date of issuance.
How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in Santa Cruz County?
In Santa Cruz County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the Arizona Secretary of State with a standard statutory filing fee of $10.00. Trade names in Arizona are registered with the Secretary of State rather than at the county level.
How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Santa Cruz County?
Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $20.00 and death certificates starting at $20.00) can be requested through the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) Bureau of Vital Records or directly at the Santa Cruz County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.