Online Services in Michigan

Before visiting your local Secretary of State (SOS) office, check if you can conduct your business online. Below, you'll find a complete list of driver- and vehicle-related services you can take advantage of from home.

Michigan Online Vehicle Services

The Michigan Secretary of State (SOS) and separate third parties can help with most of your vehicle-related needs. From renewing your registration to buying motorcycle insurance, thanks to the convenience of online services, you can accomplish a lot from home.

Michigan SOS Vehicle Services

The Michigan Secretary of State's online services can help you with the following:

  • Renew vehicle registration and plates.
  • Request duplicates of your vehicle's:
    • Registration.
    • Title.
  • Order vanity license plates.
  • Vehicle lost and found (reclaim an abandoned car).
  • License plate fee calculator.

Private Vendor Vehicle Services

A MI private vendor can help you with the following vehicle-related tasks:

  • Buying car insurance.
    • Choose an insurance provider with confidence by first comparing the plans and rates of all your different options.
  • Choosing motorcycle insurance.
    • Do what's best for your bike and budget by getting the details on all the motorcycle insurance providers in your area.
  • Car registration.
    • Save yourself some time and frustration by renewing your vehicle's registration from home.
  • Vehicle history report (VHR).
    • You should always order a VHR and/or VIN check before purchasing a used car.
  • Extended vehicle warranty.
    • When your car's original warranty expires, enrolling your vehicle in an extended warranty plan will give you some peace of mind.

Online MI Record & License Services

Depending on the services you need and how soon you need results, you may either choose to go through the MI SOS or a third-party company for online record and license assistance.

Michigan SOS Online Record and License Services

With few exceptions (as indicated), the Michigan SOS's online services can help you with requests for:

  • Driver's license and ID card:
    • Renewal.
    • Replacement.
  • Change of address.
  • Commercial driver license:
    • Self certification.
    • Medical cards.
  • Organ donor registration.
  • Vital records (through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services).
  • Court records (via the MI Supreme Court and Court of Appeals).

Private Vendor Online Services

A private company can provide you with Michigan license and record services, including:
  • Expedited passport.
    • When you're traveling abroad at the last minute, order your passport through a private vendor to ensure you get it in time.
  • International Driver Permit (IDP).
    • If you're driving out-of-country, you'll want to have an IDP so authorities abroad can understand your driving credentials.
  • Court records.
    • Get information about past court cases quickly and easily through a third-party vendor.
  • Vital records.
    • A private company can fulfill your requests for all kinds of vital records (birth, death, marriage, divorce).
  • Background checks.
    • Protect yourself and your company by running a quick background check on the people you're thinking about hiring.
  • Driving records.
    • A third party can give you access to personal and professional driving records, without the hassles and wait times associated with government agencies.
  • Official name change.
    • With a single request, a private vendor will make sure your name's changed across multiple government agency databases.

Michigan Driver's Ed Online

Whether you're trying to take points off your driving record or preparing for a license test, a third party can provide you with all kinds of beneficial driver's education products, such as:

When you're trying to sort out a traffic ticket or other legal issues, consider using Michigan's online resources to make the process a little smoother.

Thanks to the online services provided by the state, you can pay your traffic tickets online.

A private vendor can also provide you with assistance in:

  • Finding a DUI lawyer.
    • When facing DUI charges, make sure you have a reputable (and affordable) lawyer at your side.
  • Protecting your identity.
    • Secure your financials and your future by investing in a trusted identity protection program.

Miscellaneous Online Services in MI

If you could not find what you needed above, check out some of the miscellaneous online services the Michigan SOS offers:

  • Boat registration renewal.
  • SOS office locator.
  • Third party driving test locator.
  • Salvage vehicle inspector list.
  • International Registration Plan portal.
  • Check the licenses of:
    • Repair shops.
    • Car dealers.
  • Voter information center.
  • Gas stations for drivers with disabilities.
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