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How to Register for an Account 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.).
Getting Started
1. Visit www.michigan.gov/MiCLEAR.
2. Click on "Login to MiCLEAR."
Step 1: Register
Click on "Register for an Account" in the upper right-hand corner.
Step 2: Login Info
1. Under Login Information, fill in ALL required fields before proceeding. These include:
- Username
- E-mail Address
- Password
- Type Password Again
- Enter Security Question
- Answer (to your security question)
2 . Then, if you agree to the terms of service, check the box next to “I agree to the terms of service”. Next, click “Continue”.
Step 3: Contact Type
1. Chose "Individual" or "Organization".
2. Select “Email” as the Preferred Channel.
3. Enter ALL your Contact Information in the fields provided. This includes:
- E-Mail Address
- Name of Business
- FEIN
- DBA/Trade Name
- Primary Phone
Note: If you choose Individual, the required fields will include:
- E-Mail Address
- First Name
- Last Name
- Birth Date
- Primary Phone
Step 3: Mailing Address
4. Enter ALL your Mailing Address information in the fields provided. This includes:
- Start Date (Today’s Date)
- Country/Region
- Address (Number and Street)
- City
- State
- Zip Code
5. Click “Submit”.
Account Successful
Congratulations! Your account has been created.
- You should see a green banner confirming “Your account is successfully registered.”
- An automated message will be forwarded to your email confirming account registration.
- Please select Home, in the top left corner, then log in with the username/email and password you just created.