You can register to vote in Michigan in person, online or by mail. If you have already registered to vote and need to check your voter registration status, you can do that at: https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/Voter/Index/
Who Can Register To Vote
To register to vote in Michigan, an individual must:
☑ Be a Michigan resident
☑ Be a United States citizen
☑ Be at least 16 years of age (and 18 by Election Day)
☑ Not be currently serving a sentence in jail or prison
Proof of Residency Requirements
Proof of residency is official documentation (paper or digital) that lists a voter’s current name and address. When registering to vote within 14 days of an election, voters must present two forms of proof of residency in person at a local clerk’s office. Proof of residency examples include:
☑ Michigan driver’s license, state ID, or U.S. Passport
☑ A utility bill
☑ Insurance documents (health, car, home, etc.)
☑ A bank or credit card statement
☑ Financial aid or school enrollment documents
☑ A lease agreement
☑ A paycheck or other government check
☑ Other government document
How to Register to Vote in Michigan
Your options for voter registration depend on the following deadlines:
If there are 15+ days before an election, voters can register online, by mail, or in person.
Within 14 days of an election, and on Election Day, voters may only register by visiting their local clerk’s office to register in person with proof of residency documentation.