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Michigan permit test: what to bring

What to bring to the Michigan permit test

Bring originals unless the official list says copies are accepted. Items marked Under 18 apply only to minors.

This checklist covers the requirements we could confirm on official pages. It may not be the whole list, so check the official Michigan document list before you go.

Identity

Accepted original identity documentsSource: official Michigan page for Accepted original identity documents

Lawful presence

Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal presenceSource: official Michigan page for Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal presence

Social Security number

Proof of a valid Social Security number or letter of ineligibilitySource: official Michigan page for Proof of a valid Social Security number or letter of ineligibility

Residency

At least two documents proving Michigan residencySource: official Michigan page for At least two documents proving Michigan residency

Parent or guardian

Parent or guardian accompanies the teen to the officeUnder 18Source: official Michigan page for Parent or guardian accompanies the teen to the office

Driver education

Complete Segment 1 and its state exam before the Level 1 office visitUnder 18Source: official Michigan page for Complete Segment 1 and its state exam before the Level 1 office visit

Fees

Payment for the $25 Level 1 licensing feeUnder 18Source: official Michigan page for Payment for the $25 Level 1 licensing fee
Payment for the $25 Temporary Instruction Permit fee18 and olderSource: official Michigan page for Payment for the $25 Temporary Instruction Permit fee

Vision test

Be ready for a vision exam and license photoSource: official Michigan page for Be ready for a vision exam and license photo

Also on test day

Pass the adult written knowledge test online or at the office18 and olderOffice testing has no test fee. The optional online test costs $6.50, separately from the TIP fee.Source: official Michigan page for Pass the adult written knowledge test online or at the office

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Official list: https://www.michigan.gov/sos/license-id/new-drivers-18-older

Where to go and how to book

Schedule a Secretary of State office visit and pre-apply. Adults obtain a TIP; teens apply for a Level 1 license after Segment 1. Confirm the correct service while booking.

Find an officehttps://dsvsesvc.sos.state.mi.us/TAP/?Link=APPOINTMENT Book an appointmenthttps://dsvsesvc.sos.state.mi.us/TAP/?Link=APPOINTMENT

Source: michigan.gov

Test languages and ID

Test languages

We could not find an official list of test languages for Michigan. Ask your office or check the Michigan Department of State site before you book.

Good to know

Teens complete the Segment 1 exam through driver education. The adult online or office knowledge-test route is for applicants age 18 and older.

Source: michigan.gov

Ready for the test itself?

The documents get you in the door; the questions are what you pass. Take the free Michigan practice test, or see the Michigan DMV facts page for fees, age rules, and the question count.

Sources

Each checklist item quotes its official page. We fetched and checked these pages on 2026-09-29:

Rules change. If your office asks for something not listed here, the office is right. Spot a mistake? Tell us through the contact page.

Reviewed by Kevin Vu, CA DOI #4037122 · Last updated 2026-09-29

Michigan permit test day: what to bring and where to go