How do I obtain first time vehicle registration in Michigan? Michigan

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Registering your car in Michigan is an easy task. It's even easier if you bought your new or used car from a dealer, as the dealer should handle the car registration for you.

But, here's how to complete your own vehicle registration.

MI Car Registration Steps

1) Go to a SOS office
2) Bring your car's title
3) Bring your proof of car insurance
4) Bring acceptable personal identification (such as your driver's license)
5) Pay the applicable registration fees

Registration fees vary depending on the retail price of the vehicle, or its weight (vehicles made before 1984).

Relocating to Michigan?

If you're new to the state, make sure you transfer your former state's registration to a Michigan registration right away. Just follow the steps outlined above, and bring your out-of-state registration. You must have Michigan no-fault insurance to register your car.

Emissions Testing/Smog Check

Michigan ended its smog or emissions tests many years ago, so your vehicle doesn't have to pass a clean-air inspection before you register it.

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