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.
Bad Axe Secretary of State Office
Bad Axe, MI · Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM, Wed 11 AM–7 PM, Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM
Caro Secretary of State Office
Caro, MI · Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM, Wed 11 AM–7 PM, Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM
Port Huron Secretary of State Office
Port Huron, MI · Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM, Wed 11 AM–7 PM, Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM
Lapeer Secretary of State Office
Lapeer, MI · Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM, Wed 11 AM–7 PM, Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM
Romeo Secretary of State Office
Bruce, MI · Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM, Wed 11 AM–7 PM, Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM