Before you make the trip
Reserve a visit before arriving
Michigan strongly recommends scheduling. If you arrive without a booking, staff find the next available slot, which may be later that day or the next business day. Visits can be reserved up to six months ahead.
Schedule or manage an office visitConvert an existing credential to REAL ID
For a US citizen, bring a certified US birth certificate with seal/stamp, a valid US passport/passport card, or another approved citizenship/lawful-presence document. This conversion cannot be completed online or by mail.
Read the official preparation requirementsTasks available online
Convert an existing credential to REAL ID
This list records your preparation. It does not validate documents or book an appointment.
Guidance applies to secretary of state branch. The official location page identifies any services or tests limited to particular offices.
Agency guidance checked October 25, 2026. Office records and guidance have separate verification dates.
Compare nearby offices
These offices are in Michigan and have the same office category. Confirm that the location handles your transaction. Distances are straight-line distances, not driving distances.
Houghton Secretary of State Office
Houghton, MI · Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM, Wed 11 AM–7 PM, Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM
L'Anse Secretary of State Office
L'Anse, MI · Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM, Wed 11 AM–7 PM, Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM
Bessemer Secretary of State Office
Bessemer, MI · Mon–Tue 8 AM–4 PM, Wed 10 AM–6 PM, Thu–Fri 8 AM–4 PM
Mohawk Secretary of State Office
Mohawk, MI · Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM, Wed 11 AM–7 PM, Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM
Iron River Secretary of State Office
Iron River, MI · Mon–Tue 8 AM–4 PM, Wed 10 AM–6 PM, Thu–Fri 8 AM–4 PM