Ward County Transfer on Death Affidavit Form

Last validated September 4, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Formatted for recording in Ward County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Berthold, Burlington, Carpio, Des Lacs, Donnybrook, Douglas, Kenmare, Makoti and 5 more.

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Ward County Transfer on Death Affidavit Form

Ward County Transfer on Death Affidavit Form

Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Document last validated 9/4/2026
Ward County Transfer on Death Affidavit Guide

Ward County Transfer on Death Affidavit Guide

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Document last validated 8/24/2026
Ward County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Affidavit Document

Ward County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Affidavit Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document last validated 8/18/2026

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Important: Your property must be located in Ward County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Ward County Recorder

Address:
315 Third St SE / PO Box 5005
Minot, North Dakota 58701 / 58702-5005

Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm M-F

Phone: (701) 857-6410

Recording Tips for Ward County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
  • Ask about accepted payment methods when you call ahead
  • Ask for certified copies if you need them for other transactions

Cities and Jurisdictions in Ward County

Properties in any of these areas use Ward County forms:

  • Berthold
  • Burlington
  • Carpio
  • Des Lacs
  • Donnybrook
  • Douglas
  • Kenmare
  • Makoti
  • Minot
  • Minot Afb
  • Ryder
  • Sawyer
  • Surrey

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Ward County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Ward 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 Ward County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Ward 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 Ward 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 Ward County?

Recording fees in Ward County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (701) 857-6410 for current fees.

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Taking Ownership of Property from a North Dakota Transfer on Death Deed

In 2011, North Dakota enacted the Uniform Real Property Transfer on Death Act, found in the North Dakota Century Code (NDCC) at Chapter 30.1-32.1.

Under this statute, owners of North Dakota real property may transfer title to one or more beneficiaries, effective at the transferor's death, by lawfully executing and recording a transfer on death deed in the county or counties where the property is located (NDCC 32.1-02).

This transfer is nontestamentary, meaning it is not included in the owner's will (30.1-32.1-04). As a result, it does not require probate distribution. Instead, the beneficiary gains ownership of the property when the transferor dies.

To formalize the change in ownership, beneficiaries complete and record an affidavit, confirming their acceptance of the transfer. Along with the affidavit, they must submit an official copy of the deceased owner's death certificate. This process enters the new information into public records and maintains a clear chain of title (ownership history).

Contact an attorney with specific questions or for complex situations.

(North Dakota TOD Affidavit Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

Important: Your property must be located in Ward County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.

This Transfer on Death Affidavit meets all recording requirements specific to Ward County.

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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Ward 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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