AUGUST 5, 2009
Secretary Land expands locations after strong customer
demand
Editor's Note: As of October 19, 2009, all Secretary of State offices
offer enhanced driver's licenses and personal ID cards.
The vast majority of Secretary of State offices now allow customers to apply
for Michigan's enhanced driver's license and state ID card,
Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land announced today.
Customers now can choose from 119 offices statewide that provide the service.
Initially, 16 offices offered the enhanced license as Land's office gauged
customer interest. More than 55,000 Michigan residents have applied since April.
"Already tens of thousands of Michigan residents enjoy the convenience of the
enhanced license when they visit Canada, Mexico or the Caribbean," Land said.
"Now enhanced licenses are even more easily available at most offices throughout
Michigan. The public response to the enhanced license has been fantastic with
many customers saying they love its cost and convenience."
Customers are encouraged to check the
Branch Office Locator
at www.Michigan.gov/sos to see the most up-to-date listing
of which offices offer enhanced licenses.
Enhanced licenses and ID cards let people re-enter the United States from
Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean at land or sea crossings in compliance with
federal regulations that took effect June 1.
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and a Michigan resident. They also must
have a driving record that does not prevent them from legally operating a motor
vehicle. Customers receive their new enhanced license or ID in the mail within
two to three weeks.
The Secretary of State's Office offers the enhanced driver's license and ID
as an alternative to the standard license and ID. To apply, a person must
present documentation of:
- A valid Social Security number, such as a Social Security card
- U.S. citizenship, such as an original or certified birth certificate
- Identity, such as a Michigan license or state ID card
- Residency, such as a Michigan license or state ID card
An applicant's full name and date of birth should match on identity and
citizenship documents. If an applicant's legal name is different from what is
shown on his or her citizenship document, he or she must present proof of the
name change, such as an original marriage license, divorce decree or court
order.
The enhanced license costs $45 and the ID card is available for $30.
Residents who are blind, or age 65 or older pay a reduced fee of $20 for the ID
card.
For more information on the enhanced license and ID, visit
www.Michigan.gov/sos.
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