Appanoose County Recorder

05/22/2026

Recorder Offices will be closed Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day.

05/15/2026

Getting married in Iowa? Here’s what you need to know!

Marriage applications must be submitted at least 4 days before your wedding date. Iowa law requires a 3-day waiting period, meaning your license is valid on the 4th day after applying.

You may apply as early as you’d like, but the license must be picked up within 6 months of applying or it will be void. Once issued, the license remains valid until it is returned.

When signing the application, both applicants and one witness must present a photo ID. The cost of a marriage application in Iowa is $35.

If you apply for a marriage license in Iowa, your ceremony must take place within the state of Iowa. After the ceremony, the signed license must be returned to the Recorder’s Office where you applied.

Once the signed license is received and processed, you’ll be issued a certified copy of your marriage certificate, which you’ll need for name changes, insurance benefits, passport applications, and more.

05/05/2026

02/15/2026

The Recorder’s office will be closed Monday February 16th in observance of Presidents day.

Please check with your local Recorder's Office for hours on Monday, February 16th.

12/24/2025

Merry Christmas!🎄🎁

Merry Christmas!

12/01/2025

🦌Shotgun Season Opens December 6th! Don't forget to grab your tags at the Recorder's Office!

11/26/2025

The Recorder’s office will be closed Thursday November 27th and Friday November 28th. Happy Thanksgiving!
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11/10/2025

The Recorder’s office will be closed Tuesday November 11th in observance of Veterans Day.

10/15/2025

Don't forget all ORV's and Snowmobiles are due by December 31st! Contact your local Recorder's Office for information regarding fees.

08/29/2025

The Recorder’s office will be closed Monday September 1st in observance of Labor Day.