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Children are Eligible for a Personal Identification Card

A state identification card can be issued to any eligible resident, regardless of age.  To apply, you must provide documentation of a valid Social Security numberU.S. citizenship or legal presence if not a U.S. citizen, identity along with at least two documents establishing Michigan residency.  Residency can be confirmed through documents in the parent's name if the family relationship can be established by other forms of documented proof .   You may not hold a valid driver's license and a state ID card at the same time.  State ID cards cost $10.

A parent or legal guardian is required to sign the application on behalf of an infant or child who is unable to do so.  State ID cards issued to applicants under age 21 have "UNDER 21" printed on the card, above their photo.  State ID cards are renewed every four years and expire on the holder's birthday.

All documentation is subject to Department of State approval. In some cases, document approval may not occur in the same day and may require an additional visit.


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