Wapello County Recorder's Office

Wapello County Recorder's Office The Recorder's office maintains land records and vital records for the county. We also sell DNR licenses and are a passport acceptance facility.

The Office of the County Recorder was created by the First Legislative Assembly of the Territory of Iowa in 1839. Iowa County Recorders continue to maintain official records of documents affecting real estate in order to disclose information about all real estate transactions. Iowa County Recorders provide many other services to citizens including the management of vital records. In many Iowa coun

ties the County Recorder is also responsible for the registration of recreational vehicles, passport applications and the sale of hunting and fishing licenses. A significant portion of duties performed by the County Recorder is in support of the work of other county officials. Iowa's County Recorders are proud of their tradition and looking forward to the future.

06/03/2026

It's almost here! 🎣Take the Tackle Along to the ball fields, soccer tourney, family reunion, campground or wherever you'll be this weekend and fish for free - tell a friend!

During Free Fishing Weekend June 5, 6 and 7, Iowa residents can fish without a fishing license or trout fee. All other fishing regulations remain in place.

06/03/2026

📣Please note that effective July 1, 2026, the fee for certified copies of vital records in Iowa will increase from $15 to $20 per copy. This includes certified copies of birth, death, and marriage records.

The process for obtaining certified copies will remain the same, and the marriage application fee will remain $35.

The additional revenue generated from this fee adjustment will help support increased workload and associated costs at the State Medical Examiner’s Office.

If you have questions regarding certified copies or applications, please contact the County Recorder’s Office.

05/27/2026

NOTICE:

We will NOT be accepting new passport applications on May 28th & May 29th, 2026.

Regular hours for NEW passport applications:
Monday: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

05/22/2026
05/18/2026

PSA: The proposed draft of the renewable energy ordinance can be found at this link:

https://www.mintchiplab.com/assets/wapello_county/files/planning_and_zoning/draft_renewable_energy_ordinance04162026_77148.pdf

Please let your Board of Supervisors know your thoughts or if you have any questions.

05/14/2026

Heads up!

We will not be accepting new passport applications on Friday, May 15, 2026.

We’ll return to our regular passport application hours on Monday, May 18, 2026.

Regular hours for NEW passport applications:
Monday: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

05/07/2026

🎣 Planning to fish in Iowa as a current resident? Here’s a quick guide to the different fishing licenses available through the Iowa DNR. Fishing license fees directly support conservation efforts, helping maintain Iowa’s fish populations and outdoor recreation opportunities!

Make sure you have the right license before heading out—and enjoy everything Iowa’s waters have to offer!

Address

101 W 4th Street
Ottumwa, IA
52501

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16416830046

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