Washington County Affidavit of Surviving Spouse Form
Last validated September 11, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Washington County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Campbellsburg, Fredericksburg, Hardinsburg, Little York, Pekin, Salem.
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Washington County Affidavit of Surviving Spouse Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.
Washington County Affidavit of Surviving Spouse Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.
Washington County Completed Example of the Affidavit of Surviving Spouse Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
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Where to Record Your Documents
Washington County Recorder
Salem, Indiana 47167
Hours: 8:00 to 4:00 M-F
Phone: (812) 883-4001
Recording Tips for Washington County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
- Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
- Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
Cities and Jurisdictions in Washington County
Properties in any of these areas use Washington County forms:
- Campbellsburg
- Fredericksburg
- Hardinsburg
- Little York
- Pekin
- Salem
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Washington County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Washington County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.
Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Washington County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Washington County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.
Can I reuse these forms?
Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Washington County you only need to order once.
What do I need to use these forms?
The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.
Are there any recurring fees?
No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.
How much does it cost to record in Washington County?
Recording fees in Washington County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (812) 883-4001 for current fees.
Questions answered? Let's get started!
Married couples in Indiana may hold title to real estate as tenants by the entireties. This means that when one spouse dies, the other gains full ownership of the property by function of law, and without the need for probate. Use this instrument to formalize the acceptance of ownership rights conveyed when a spouse dies. Complete and sign the affidavit and submit it, along with a certified copy of the decedent's death certificate, to the recorder for the county where the real estate is located.
In order to gain full ownership, the husband or wife submits a completed affidavit of surviving spouse, along with an official copy of the death certificate of the deceased spouse, to the recorder for the county where the land is located.
This does not, however, remove the deceased's name from the deed. To accomplish that, the survivor must execute and record a new deed from the married couple to the remaining spouse only. After completing this final step, the public record and current deed will contain the most up-to-date information.
(Indiana Affidavit of Surviving Spouse Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Washington County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.
This Affidavit of Surviving Spouse meets all recording requirements specific to Washington County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Washington County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.
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