Johnston County Register of Deeds Office
207 East Johnston St. Suite 209, Smithfield, North Carolina, 27577
Contact & location
- Address
- 207 East Johnston St. Suite 209, Smithfield, North Carolina, 27577
- Mail-in address
- Vital RecordsP.O. Box 118, Smithfield, North Carolina, 27577
- Records for
- Johnston County, North Carolina
- Phone
- 919-989-5161
- Official site
- Government website ↗
Last verified July 14, 2026
This office issues North Carolina state records
Johnston County follows North Carolina’s fees, eligibility rules and processing times. Compare the statewide baseline below before choosing where to go.
- $30.00
- North Carolina birth certificate fee
- 2–3 weeks
- Statewide processing
- 11,046,024
- North Carolina population
This office charges $10.00 — $20.00 less than the North Carolina fee.
See full North Carolina requirements, IDs & fees →Office hours
| Monday | 8:00am - 5:00pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00am - 5:00pm |
| Wednesday | 8:00am - 5:00pm |
| Thursday | 8:00am - 5:00pm |
| Friday | 8:00am - 5:00pm |
| Saturday | closed |
| Sunday | closed |
Certificates, fees & processing
| Record | Fee | Processing |
|---|---|---|
| Birth Certificate | $10.00 | 2–3 weeksNorth Carolina estimate |
| Death Certificate | $10.00 | 3–4 monthsNorth Carolina estimate |
| Marriage Certificate | $10.00 | 3–4 monthsNorth Carolina estimate |
Processing times are set at state level — county offices do not publish their own — and are estimates that vary with demand.
The Johnston County Register of Deeds Office ’s office or registry of vital records, offers a wide range of crucial services. These offices play a vital role in the protection and provision of essential documents such as birth certificates, death certificates, and marriage certificates . In addition to maintaining these primary records, they are responsible for managing and issuing copies of birth, marriage, and death records that occurred within the Township of Smithfield. Alongside record maintenance, this office provides valuable services like issuing certified copies of documents, overseeing the registration of domestic partnerships, and offering assistance to rectify any errors detected in vital records. Through these comprehensive services, the vital records office ensures the accuracy, accessibility, and integrity of vital records for the benefit of the community.
Reviews
★★★★★4.7 (37)- ★★★★★Eric VauseGoogle
Register Of Deeds, Craig Olive, returned my call and was very professional in assisting me with a document I needed. He went above the call of duty to make sure he was able to send the document the same day. I truly appreciate his assistance. Excellent help and very compassionate. Dr. Bonnie Vause, Ed.D.
- ★★★★★amy wardGoogle
Craig Olive is such an AWESOME person. He is so helpful and kind-hearted. He personally took the time out of his busy day to help me find the District Attorney's office and get an urgent matter taken care of and waited until that was handled and guided me back to the exit. It is very hard to find people that will willingly help you in a time of need. Thank you Craig.
- ★★★★★GhostGoogle
I needed a DBA. I came in with paperwork already filled. The entire process took less than five minutes. Great service.
- ★★★★★Keenan BGoogle
We went for marriage license and let me tell you we got so much more . We biffed the magistrate appointment and didn't realize we needed a separate Apt. Craig came to rescue picked up the phone and made it happen so we could complete getting married . In addition , he basically was a tour guide of the facility and personally walked us to the appropriate administrative offices to pay our fees etc . Craig is a rockstar and loves his job. Don't ever change Craig ! JoCo is lucky to have you 👏👍💯🔥🤙
- ★★★★★Jminah BGoogle
A Charming Yet Command Presence The Johnson County Registration Courthouse is a beautiful blend of old-school majesty and small-town warmth. Visiting for the first time, I was immediately struck by its quaint, antique, and deeply regal atmosphere—a massive, refreshing contrast to the bustling, massive courthouses I used to visit in New York City. Despite its homey and vintage feel, this courthouse still commands absolute respect, keeping the law strong and firm here in Johnson County. As a wonderful bonus, the surrounding neighborhood is incredibly cute and radiates pure, welcoming Southern charm. It is a truly lovely place.