Fees
| First-time | Replace/Correct | |
|---|---|---|
| Standard license | $25 | $9 |
| Enhanced license | $45 | $24 |
What do I need to get a new driver’s license in Michigan?
Once you have passed the written and vision tests, present all required documents at a Secretary of State office:
- Proof of legal presence (1 document)
- Proof of Social Security number (1 document)
- Proof of identity (1 document)
- Proof of Michigan residency (2 documents)
How much is a real ID in Michigan?
There is no additional cost for a REAL ID-compliant license or ID card when a person renews normally. A correction fee may be charged when people apply for a compliant license outside of their normal renewal cycle.
How much does Michigan enhanced driver’s license cost?
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
| First-time | Renewal | |
|---|---|---|
| Enhanced license (first-time) | $45 | $38 |
| Enhanced ID | $30* | $30 |
| Enhanced chauffeur’s license | $50 | $43 |
| Enhanced moped license | $38 | $30 |
What documents do I need to renew my license in Michigan?
If you’re eligible to renew your license or ID at a self-service station, you will need: Your license/ID or your renewal notice. The last four digits of your Social Security number. Payment with credit or debit card (additional fees apply) or cash (at select locations)
How long does it take to get a driver’s license in Michigan?
two to three weeks
It takes two to three weeks for your actual driver’s license to arrive in the mail. If you have a driver’s license from another state that is current or expired less than four years ago, you may be able to get your temporary paper driver’s license immediately.
Can I drive if I have lost my driving Licence?
You should contact a police station in case you have lost your Driving Licence. What happens if I lose my Licence and continue to drive? When your licence is suspended or disqualified, your licence is no longer valid. Hence, you must not drive.
What documents do I need to get a REAL ID in Michigan?
Converting to REAL ID
Your current Michigan driver’s license or ID. A valid, unexpired U.S. passport, birth certificate, or other proof of legal presence document. A certified legal name-change document, if your name is different from what is on your birth certificate.
Do I need a REAL ID to fly in 2022?
Flying with a REAL ID
Beginning May 3, 2023, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, state-issued enhanced driver’s license, or another acceptable form of ID to fly within the United States.
What is the difference between REAL ID and enhanced ID Michigan?
While these REAL ID licenses and ID cards are accepted for flying domestically, they cannot be used to enter the United States by land or sea when returning from Canada, Mexico, Bermuda or the Caribbean. For that, you’ll need an enhanced license or ID card.
Can you smile in Michigan driver’s license?
You can have a bit of a smile on your face so you do not look grumpy, but don’t flash a big, toothy grin. It isn’t necessary, and you will be asked to pose again to have another photo taken. It is best to simply wear a friendly expression, the same one you would be wearing if you were pulled over.
Can I go to Canada with a real ID?
No. REAL ID cards cannot be used for border crossings into Canada, Mexico or other international travel.
Do I need a passport to go to Canada?
Entry into Canada: Canadian law requires that all persons entering Canada carry proof of citizenship and identity. A valid U.S. passport, passport card, or NEXUS card satisfies these requirements for U.S. citizens. Children under 16 only need proof of U.S. citizenship.
How long does it take to renew a drivers license?
Your driver’s licence renewal can take anywhere between four and six weeks, depending on system interruptions and efficiency.
How do I renew my 2022 license online?
LTO driver’s license online renewal process in 2022:
- Log in to the Land Transportation Management System (LTMS) website.
- In the LTMS dashboard, go to Licensing.
- Select Driver’s License as the License Classification on the Online Application form.
- Select Add Medical Certificate from the drop-down menu.
How often do you renew your driver’s license in Michigan?
Michigan drivers are allowed to renew a standard driver’s license online or by mail every four years. State law now requires motorists to renew their driver’s license in person at a Secretary of State office once every eight years.
What documents are needed to get a driver’s license?
2. Requirements
- Fully accomplished Driver’s License Application Form.
- PSA-authenticated birth certificate (original and photocopy).
- Original and photocopy of any government-issued ID with photo and signature of the applicant.
- Taxpayer’s Identification Number or TIN, if you’re employed.
Do you have to take a written test to get your license in Michigan?
To get your first Michigan driver’s license if you are 18 years of age or older and have never been licensed, you will first pass the written test, get a Temporary Instruction Permit and then pass the driving skills test.
Is parallel parking on the driving test in Michigan?
No, parallel parking is not on the road test in Michigan.
Can I drive while waiting for a replacement license?
Driving without the Physical Licence
It’s OK to drive or ride your vehicle while you are waiting for a new licence to arrive, under the following circumstances: you’re not disqualified from driving, or been refused a licence for medical reasons, and wouldn’t be refused a licence for medical reasons.
What do I do when I lost my driving licence?
Apply Online The National Traffic Information System of South Africa instructs only Gauteng residents to apply online for replacement of their driving license cards. Visit the link and click on “Book now for Driving License Test” option. You will be redirected to a page where you can apply for a new driving license.