Title and register your vehicle in Michigan
New residents title and register their vehicle at a Secretary of State office, bringing the ownership documents and proof of Michigan No-Fault insurance.
Michigan SOS: title and registration
Steps
- 1
Buy Michigan No-Fault insurance for the vehicle — you must show proof at the office.
Open the official page - 2
Gather your ownership documents (original title; lien termination if there was a loan).
Open the official page - 3
Schedule a Secretary of State office visit to title and register the vehicle.
Common questions
- What do I need to register an out-of-state car in Michigan?
- The Michigan Department of State lists the vehicle's ownership documents and proof of Michigan No-Fault insurance, presented at a Secretary of State office.