This page helps you find, review, and request Official Records in Volusia County, Florida. It explains where to search online, when to use the Recording Department, and how to handle older or certified records.
For most current records, the main public channel is the Volusia County Clerk of the Circuit Court’s Official Records inquiry. If you need older materials, certified copies, or help with historical books, the Recording Department in DeLand is the key office to use.
Official Records inquiry
You can search Volusia County Official Records online for recorded documents and images from April 4, 1988 to the present.
- Name using the alphabetical index
- Instrument number
- Book and page numbers
- Advanced search options
Start with the public search tool, then review the document details and images that are available for released records.
- Open the search Official Records online page.
- Accept the disclaimer to continue to the inquiry screen.
- Search by name, instrument number, book and page, or an advanced option.
- Open the matching record and review the indexed details and any released image.
Important: the online system shows released records only. A document may be recorded but still missing from online results if it has not yet been indexed, verified, or imaged.
What the online records cover
The online Official Records system includes recorded documents such as deeds, mortgages, easements, liens, marriage records, military discharges, and plats. It provides index information and document images for records that have been released for public viewing.
The online version is for general information and is not the official record for legal use. If you need a true certified copy, you must request one from the Clerk.
Older records and historical research
If you need records older than the online range, the Recording Department has a public research area with access to Volusia County Official Records dating back to 1887 in various forms of media, including microfilm and digital images.
For original physical books in the Historical Records room, appointments are recommended. Walk-ins are welcome, but immediate help may not be available and you may need to return later.
Clerk staff can help you use the available equipment and sources, but they cannot perform title searches or lien searches for you.
Copies, certification, and fees
These are the stated Official Records copy, certification, and recording fees for Volusia County.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Official Records copy per page | $1.00 |
| Certification per document | $2.00 |
| Recording first page | $10.00 |
| Recording each additional page | $8.50 |
| More than four names, per additional name | $1.00 |
| Lis Pendens first page | $5.00 |
| Lis Pendens each additional page | $4.00 |
| Plats first page | $30.00 |
| Plats each additional page | $15.00 |
| Deputy Clerk in lieu of notary service | $3.50 |
State documentary stamp taxes and intangible tax may also apply depending on the document. Credit and debit card payments include a nonrefundable 3.5% fee charged by the financial service provider.
Recording documents in Official Records
If your need is to record a document rather than search one, Volusia County accepts recording in person, by mail, by Daytona drop box for non-time-sensitive documents, and through eRecording vendors.
- Submit an original document that is legible.
- Include the date of execution.
- For real property conveyances, include the legal property description.
- Include the preparer’s name and post-office address.
- Include the names and addresses of grantors and grantees when required.
- Include two witnesses and a completed notarial jurat when required.
If you are correcting an already recorded deed, the Clerk directs users to record a newly executed Corrective Deed that references the earlier document and explains the correction.
For recording instructions and deed-specific requirements, use the Official Records and Recording page.
Official Records contacts
Use these contacts when you need in-person research, historical records help, recording support, or copy requests.
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Volusia County Courthouse - DeLand, Recording Department, Room A121, 101 N. Alabama Avenue, DeLand, FL 32724
Phone: (386) 736-5912 -
Volusia County Clerk of Circuit Court, P.O. Box 6043, DeLand, FL 32721-6043
Phone: (386) 736-5915
Fax: (386) 822-5711 - Steven C. Henderson Judicial Center drop box, 125 East Orange Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
Common questions
How far back do Volusia County Official Records go online?
The online Official Records index and images cover recorded documents from April 4, 1988 to the present.
Why can’t I find a recently recorded document online?
The online system shows released records only. A document may already be recorded but not yet indexed, verified, or imaged for public online viewing.
Are online Official Records the legal record?
No. The online records are for general information only and should not be relied on for legal action. The official record is maintained by the Clerk, and certified copies may be purchased on request.
Where do I go for records older than the online system?
Use the Recording Department’s public research area in DeLand for access to Official Records dating back to 1887. For original physical books in the Historical Records room, appointments are recommended.
Can the Clerk’s staff do a title search or lien search for me?
No. Staff can help you use the research tools and available sources, but they are not authorized to perform title searches or lien searches.
Do I have to appear in person to record a document?
No. Volusia County also accepts documents by mail, through the Daytona drop box for documents that are not time-sensitive, and through eRecording vendors.