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How to Apply for a New License in MiCLEAR

How to Apply for a New License in MiCLEAR

Important:

For best results, use a desktop or laptop computer. You may have trouble using a mobile device (i.e., Smartphone, iPad, etc.).

Please make sure you have registered with a MiCLEAR account and have linked your license before starting this process. If you have not registered for an account, please visit How to Register for an Account. If you have not linked your account, please visit How to Link your License.

Fees are Non-Refundable. If you question whether you are submitting the correct application type, please call (517) 241-9221 before making a payment.

Contact Us

Email: CSCLOnline@Michigan.gov

Phone: (517) 241-9221
Welcome to MiCLEAR

Getting Started

1. Visit www.michigan.gov/MiCLEAR

2. Click on "Login to MiCLEAR"

Sign In - Username and Password

Step 1: Sign In

1. Enter Username or Email

2. Enter Password

3. Click on "Sign In"

Apply for a License

Step 2: Apply for License

If you have ever held a license, in Michigan, for the license type you are intending to apply, please stop and call (517) 241-9221. You may need to apply for a “relicensure” application rather than a “new” application. Ensure you are completing the correct application as fees are non-refundable.

1. Click on "Licenses" tab

2. Click on "Apply for a License or Submit a Request (Certified License Verification)"

3. Read the "General Disclaimer." Check the box that reads "I have read and accepted the above terms."

4. Click "Continue Application"

Select a Record Type

Step 3: Select a Record Type

1. Select the type of license you are applying for by clicking on one of the listed professions. 

2. Click “Continue”

Contact Information - Business Information

Step 4: Business Information

Click on "Add New"

Step 5: Contact Information

  • New Application - Contact Information

    Step 5A - Contact Information

    1. Enter the legal name of your entity in the “Name of Business” field.

    2. If you are using a name other than the legal name of your entity and you intend to provide the Department with proof of an assumed name/dba, enter that name in the “DBA Name” field. (This is not a required field. If you do not have an assumed name or dba, leave blank.)

    3. Enter your FEIN number.

    4. Enter a phone number in the “Primary Phone” field.

    5. Enter an email address in the “E-mail” field. (This should be a regularly monitored email account as correspondence related to this application/license will be sent here.)

    6. Select Preferred Channel (E-mail or Postal Mail)

    7. Click on “Add Contact Address”.

  • New Application - Contact Address Information

    Step 5B - Contact Address Information

    1. A pop-up window will appear. Under “Address Type”, select either “mailing” or “physical”. (Some professions require a physical location to be registered and printed on the license while most only require a mailing address. You can add a mailing address and a physical address here.)

    2. Under Address Lines 1-3, enter your address

    3. Enter City 

    4. Enter State 

    5. Enter Zip Code

    6. Country/Region should be set at “United States”

    7. Select “Save and Close”. (As mentioned above, if you want to add a mailing/physical address, select "Save and Add Another.)

  • New Application - Contact Information

    Step 5C: Continue

    Once you see “Contact address added successfully” in green font, click "Continue."

New Application - Physical Location, County and Signature

Step 6: Physical Location, County and Signature

1. Under “Physical Location”, enter the principal address where the individual or business entity is located in this state. (If the profession you are applying for does not require a physical location, you will not see this section and can move forward to the next step.)

2. Read the statement and select the proper county from the dropdown menu.

3. Under "Signature", enter the Legal Name of the Person Completing the Application.

4. Click “Continue.”

Step 7: Information and Experience Questions

Answer any questions related to Qualifying Officer, Education, Good Moral Character, Disciplinary Action, Criminal Background, Mental Fitness, Residency, Military Experience, and other categories, as applicable. We license many different professions which have their own various questions. If the profession you are applying for does not require these questions below, you will not see this section and can move forward to the next step.

Click on “Continue”.

  • Qualifying Officer

  • Applicant Experience

  • Applicant Information

Step 8 Attach Supporting Documents

  • Step 8a: Supporting Documents

    Attach any supporting documents that may be required with your application using the “Add” button.

    The required documents will be different depending on the type of profession you are applying for. Click here for the required documents by profession. 

  • Step 8b: File Upload

    Click on "Add".  You will need to find the desired saved document on your computer (double click on it.)

  • Step 8c: File Upload Continue

    Clicking on the document on your computer will upload the file.

    Click on “Continue”.

  • Step 8d: Attachment Type

    Click on the dropdown next to "Type" and select the type of document that you are attaching.

  • Step 8e: Attachment Save

    Click on "Save."

  • Step 8f: Continue

    Repeat the steps until all documents have been uploaded, then click on the “Continue” button to proceed to the “Review” section.

New Application - Review Section

Step 9: Review

Review application information. We license many different professions which have their own various questions. The information provided in this review section is based on the questions answered during the application process. 

1. Accept the disclaimer by checking the box on the left side of the screen.

2. Click “Continue” to proceed to payment.

Pay Fees

Step 10: Pay Fees

Fees are Non-Refundable. If you have any questions about the type of application you are applying for, please stop and call (517) 241-9221 for assistance and direction before proceeding.

Click “Continue Application” to complete the application process by paying the fee.

Step 11: Payment Method

  • For the payment option, the user will be redirected to a 3rd party screen to input payment information.
  • Debit or credit cards are the only accepted methods of payment for your license.
  • The online system does not accept American Express.
New Application - Payment Method

 Payment Method

Click on “Next” to be taken to the Payment Information page.

New Application - Payment Information

Payment Information

Complete the payment information form by entering your First and Last Name, Street Address, Zip Code and current E-mail Address. 

Make sure the name and address you enter matches the billing name and address on the credit card you are using to pay for license fees. A payment confirmation email will be sent to the email address provided. 

Click on “Next” to be taken to the Payment Review page.

New Application - Payment Review

Payment Review

Review the payment information.

Click on the Box next to "I Agree" to confirm payment information.

Click on "Pay Now" to submit the application. 

New Application - Record Issuance

Step 12: Record Issuance

Once payment is accepted, the record issuance screen will appear, letting you know that your application has been submitted. We see many renewals/applications started but not submitted so if you do not see confirmation that your application has been successfully submitted, please contact us at (517) 241-9221 or CSCLOnline@michigan.gov. (Records beginning with TMP have not been submitted for review.)

A payment confirmation email will be sent to the email address entered during the billing address section. No additional receipt is provided.