Recording

• The document is legible
• The document is correctly formatted
• The instrument contains the document title
• The indexing information is complete
• The appropriate fees are collected

The Auditor's Office Recording staff is prohibited from giving or offering legal advice and is not responsible for reviewing the accuracy or content of a document other than as stated above. That responsibility is of the document preparer. Information and forms for proper recording can be found at Recording Official Documents.

Statutory fees are collected for services associated with recording official documents. Payment is required pursuant to RCW Chapter 36.18.010 and is accepted in the form of cash or check only.

Effective January 1, 2024, the Skagit County Auditor’s office will adjust its recording fees schedule as a result of a surcharge by the Legislature in this year’s special session. 

     *HB 1474 new surcharge for Covenant Homeownership Program $100.00

Recording Fees (Effective January 1, 2024)

Documents recorded prior to 1973 have been converted from film to digital images and are searchable here.

Documents recorded after 1973 can be accessed on the County website by using the search function Recorded Document Search.

Copies may be printed as unofficial documents from the website or as official documents from the Auditor's Office. To request official copies please contact the Recording Division at 360-416-1704 or screcording@co.skagit.wa.us.

The Recording Division of the Skagit County Auditor also issues process-server licenses and provides notary public services. Note: Notary Public services are only available to Individuals who are recording a document and have a WA State ID.

Whether through e-recording or in person at our office, our friendly staff is always happy to help you with your document recording needs.

Additional information can be found at the Auditor's Frequently Asked Questions page.

Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have.
Phone: 360-416-1704
Fax: 360-416-1698
screcording@co.skagit.wa.us