Register of Deeds

Welcome to the Forsyth County North Carolina

Real Estate Recording

Recording Documents

Information about Divorce Decrees, Estates, Foreclosures, Judgements, Liens, Wills and Paternity is located in the Forsyth County Clerk of Court Office.

Apply for a Marriage License

What you need to know to apply

Forsyth County Magistrates perform marriage ceremonies on Thursdays and Fridays by appointment only.

Marriage licenses issued today Friday, May 9, 2025, are valid through Monday, July 7, 2025.

Request a Birth, Death, Marriage Copy

GS 130A-93

Pursuant to NC law, only certain people are entitled to a certified copy of a birth, death or marriage certificate

Order Vital Records Online

Service through Permitium.com

For your convenience, you may request your vital records online. Online payments are available.

Start a Business

In Forsyth County North Carolina

From changing an Assumed Business Name to applying for a Business License we are here to help.

Property Fraud Alert Notification

Stay informed when your name is used

This system notifies a Forsyth County property owner when a Real Estate document has been recorded in their name in the Register of Deeds Office.

Thank-A-Vet Card

Veteran Discount Card program

The Forsyth County Register of Deeds office issues Thank A Veteran Discount Cards to Veterans for discounts at local participating businesses.

Historical Imagery Viewer

Interactive map exploring the county's history and development.

Discover how Forsyth County has changed over the past 8 decades.

Proud Supporter of

"Thank A Vet"

Discount Program of Forsyth County

ROD Director

Lynne Johnson, Register of Deeds

County Services

Street name sign damaged missing or incorrect? Report it online.

Contact Us

201 North Chestnut Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Phone: 336 703 2700 (Live)
Phone: 336 703 2700
(After Hours Recording)
Fax: 336 748 3158
Email: Contact Us

Office Hours

8:00 — 5:00 (Monday — Friday)

Obtain Marriage License

8:00 — 4:30 (Monday — Friday)