Albemarle County Court Information
Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Albemarle County, Virginia.
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Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26At $90, the civil filing fee in Albemarle County is about the same as nearby counties (median $90 across 6 nearby counties).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Albemarle County?
The civil filing fee in Albemarle County, Virginia is Clerk filing fee $90 for civil claim up to $49,999 (tiers to $290 for over $500k), plus statutory add-on fees; VA circuit fee schedule (rev. 07/2026)
What is the small claims filing fee in Albemarle County?
N/A at Circuit Court; small claims filed in General District Court.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Albemarle County?
Divorce/family (no monetary damages) clerk filing fee $50 plus statutory add-on fees; VA circuit fee schedule.
Can I e-file court documents in Albemarle County?
Yes. E-filing is available through Virginia Judiciary eFiling System.
Is there a free online case search for Albemarle County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at vacourts.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Albemarle County?
Filings go to the Albemarle County Circuit Court Clerk's Office. You can reach the clerk at (434) 972-4083.
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