The Bernalillo County Clerk’s Office is letting residents know that Recording and Filing services will be temporarily suspended on Friday, April 11, due to a scheduled database upgrade. This important update is designed to make services more reliable and efficient in the future.
Regular operations will resume on Monday, April 14, during normal business hours. During the one-day closure, customers will not be able to record or file documents such as marriage licenses, property deeds, liens, or other public records.
Need a Marriage License on April 11?
If you urgently need a marriage license on April 11, you can visit one of the nearby counties:
Santa Fe County Clerk
Phone: (505) 986-6280
Website: gov/clerk
Valencia County Clerk
Phone: (505) 866-2073
Website: valencia.nm.us/235/Clerk
These offices will be available to help with marriage licenses and other document services during Bernalillo County’s temporary closure.
Why the Upgrade?
The Clerk’s Office is upgrading its database to bring better tools and technology to the community. These improvements aim to make recording and filing faster, smoother, and more secure for everyone.
The Clerk’s Office thanks the public for their patience and understanding during this short interruption. They are excited to continue offering improved services once the upgrade is complete.
Bernalillo County residents should plan ahead for the one-day pause in Recording and Filing services on April 11. Whether you’re looking to file important documents or get a marriage license, it’s good to either act early or visit a nearby county if needed. Thanks to this upgrade, the Clerk’s Office will be able to serve the community better than ever starting April 14.
For any questions or more information, you can contact the Clerk’s Office at 505-468-1290 or visit bernco.gov/clerk.
