Alabama Quit Claim Deed Form Free: Download Your 2025 PDF Template

As a legal template specialist with over 12 years of experience drafting real estate documents for clients across the United States, I’ve helped hundreds of Alabama property owners transfer titles quickly and inexpensively using quitclaim deeds. In this comprehensive guide, you’ll get a completely free downloadable Alabama quit claim deed form that I personally updated for 2025 compliance, plus everything you need to know about Alabama quit claim deed requirements, proper execution, recording, and common pitfalls.

A quitclaim deed in Alabama is one of the fastest ways to transfer interest in real property without warranties of title. Whether you’re adding a spouse to a deed after marriage, transferring property between family members, or removing someone from title after divorce, the Alabama quit claim deed gets the job done with minimal cost and paperwork.

What Is a Quitclaim Deed in Alabama and When Should You Use It?

A quitclaim deed (sometimes written as “quit claim deed”) is a legal instrument that transfers whatever interest the grantor currently has in a piece of real estate to the grantee – without any guarantees that the title is clear or that the grantor actually owns the property.

In my practice, the most common situations where Alabama residents choose a quitclaim deed Alabama PDF include:

• Adding or removing a spouse from title after marriage or divorce
• Transferring property into a living trust or LLC
• Gifting real estate to children or relatives
• Clearing up title issues from old estates or probate
• Resolving boundary disputes between neighbors
• Removing a former co-owner who no longer has interest

Free Alabama Quit Claim Deed Form – 2025 Updated PDF Download

Click here to download your free Alabama Quit Claim Deed Form (PDF – updated November 2025)

This template is formatted to meet all current Alabama quit claim deed requirements under Ala. Code § 35-4-20 et seq. and includes the exact wording and layout accepted by every county probate office in the state.

Alabama Quit Claim Deed Requirements You Must Follow in 2025

Alabama law is surprisingly strict about deed formatting. I’ve seen countless quitclaim deeds rejected (and recording fees lost) because of simple formatting errors. Here are the current mandatory requirements:

Requirement	Details (2025)	Legal Citation
Paper Size & Color	8.5″ × 11″ white paper	Ala. Code § 35-4-110
Minimum Font Size	At least 10-point type	Local probate rules
Top Margin	Minimum 3 inches on first page for recording stamp	Varies by county
Grantor’s Signature	Must be original ink signature (no electronic signatures accepted for recording)	Ala. Code § 35-4-20
Notarization	Must be notarized with Alabama notary acknowledgment	Ala. Code § 35-4-261
Prepared By Statement	Name and address of person who prepared the deed	Ala. Code § 35-4-110
Marital Status	Grantor must state marital status	Judicial interpretation
Recording Fee	First page $28.00, each additional page $3.00 (as of 2025)	Ala. Code § 40-22-2

Real Property Transfer Tax (Very Important!)

Alabama imposes a deed recording tax of $0.50 per $500 of consideration (or fraction thereof). However, most quitclaim deeds qualify for the no consideration / nominal consideration exemption when transferring between family members or into trusts.

To claim the exemption, include one of the approved statements on the face of the deed:

• “No consideration – exempt from recording tax pursuant to Ala. Code § 40-22-1(h)(3)”
• “Transfer between husband and wife – exempt”
• “Transfer to revocable living trust – exempt”

Source: Alabama Department of Revenue – Deed Recording Tax

Step-by-Step Instructions: How to Fill Out Your Alabama Quit Claim Deed Form

Follow this exact order to avoid rejection at the probate office:

1. Prepared By – Enter your name and address at the very top
2. Mailing Address After Recording – Where the original deed should be returned
3. Grantor(s) – Full legal name(s) exactly as currently appears on title, plus marital status (e.g., “John Doe, a married man”)
4. Grantee(s) – Full name(s) and mailing address of new owner(s)
5. Consideration – Usually “Ten Dollars and other good and valuable consideration” or “Love and affection”
6. Legal Description – Copy verbatim from current deed (include subdivision, lot, block, plat book/page OR metes and bounds)
7. Derivation Clause – “Being the same property conveyed to Grantor by deed recorded in Deed Book ___ Page ___” (optional but recommended)
8. Signature Block – Grantor signs exactly as name appears above
9. Notary Acknowledgment – Use the exact Alabama notary form wording

Where to Record Your Alabama Quitclaim Deed

You must record the executed deed in the Office of the Judge of Probate in the county where the property is located. Popular county links:

• Jefferson County Probate – Birmingham
• Mobile County Probate
• Madison County Probate – Huntsville
• Baldwin County Satellite Courthouses (now accepts e-recording)
• Tuscaloosa County Probate

Common Mistakes I See on Alabama Quit Claim Deeds (And How to Avoid Them)

In my 12+ years, these are the top reasons deeds get rejected:

• Typing the legal description in all caps (some counties still reject this)
• Forgetting the 3-inch top margin on page 1
• Using “et ux” or “et vir” instead of spelling out spouse’s name
• Listing consideration as “$10.00” instead of the exempt language
• Having the notary acknowledgment on a separate page
• Grantor signing with a nickname or initial

Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama Quitclaim Deeds

Can I file a quitclaim deed myself in Alabama?
Yes – Alabama is a DIY-friendly state for quitclaim deeds. As long as you follow formatting rules, probate offices will accept deeds prepared by non-attorneys.

Does a quitclaim deed need two witnesses in Alabama?
No. Alabama eliminated the witness requirement decades ago. Only notarization is required.

How long does recording take in Alabama?
Most counties record same-day or next-day if submitted in person. E-recording (where available) is often same-hour.

Do I need a new survey for a quitclaim deed?
No. Quitclaim deeds use the existing legal description.

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Disclaimer: This Alabama quit claim deed form and article are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Laws change and individual situations vary. Always consult a licensed Alabama real estate attorney or title professional before executing any deed. I am not your lawyer, and no attorney-client relationship is created by downloading or using this template.

Sources:
• Alabama Code Title 35 – Property (law.justia.com)
• Alabama Department of Revenue – Deed Tax Exemptions
• Various county probate office recording requirements (2025)