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License reinstatement fee
How do I pay my driver's license reinstatement fee?
Online
Available for some reinstatement transactions
Office visit
Complete your business in an average of 20 minutes
What do I need to pay my reinstatement fee? (Choose tab)
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Online
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By mail
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Self-service station
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Office visit
If your reinstatement fee is eligible to be paid online, you will need to:
- Go to Online Services.
- In the “Driver’s License and ID” section, select “More Driver Services.”
- Follow the prompts to create or login to your account.
- In the “Operator License” section, select “More” then select “Pay Reinstatement Fee.”
- Follow the prompts and pay with credit or debit card (additional fees will apply) or e-check/bank account number.
If your reinstatement fee is eligible to be paid by mail, you will need to:
- Print the driver's license reinstatement application. You can type your information into the form and print it, or you can print the application and complete it by hand.
- Mail or fax the completed application to the address or fax number listed on the bottom of the form with payment:
- Mail – Payment may be made by check or money order payable to the “State of Michigan” or credit or debit card (additional fees will apply).
- Fax – Payment may be made by credit or debit card (additional fees will apply).
This transaction isn't available at self-service stations.
To pay your reinstatement fee at one of our offices, you will need:
- Your driver’s license or ID.
- Payment by cash, check, money order, or credit or debit card (additional fees will apply).
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
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What do I need to do to get my driver's license reinstated?
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How much does it cost to reinstate my license?
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What documents do I need to reinstate my license?
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I am a Michigan resident currently out of state. How can I pay my driver's license reinstatement fee?
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I am no longer a Michigan resident. How can I pay my driver's license reinstatement fee?