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How to Change Your Name in Michigan
Every Michigan county handles name changes a little differently — different clerk offices, fees, and processing times. Below are detailed, county-specific guides plus the steps that apply statewide.
Pick your Michigan county
Every Michigan county is covered. Pick yours for the offices, fees and forms that apply where you live.
Alcona County
Alger County
Allegan County
Alpena County
Antrim County
Arenac County
Baraga County
Barry County
Bay County
Benzie County
Berrien County
Branch County
Calhoun County
Cass County
Charlevoix County
Cheboygan County
Chippewa County
Clare County
Clinton County
Crawford County
Delta County
Dickinson County
Eaton County
Emmet County
Genesee County
Gladwin County
Gogebic County
Grand Traverse County
Gratiot County
Hillsdale County
Houghton County
Huron County
Ingham County
Ionia County
Iosco County
Iron County
Isabella County
Jackson County
Kalamazoo County
Kalkaska County
Kent County
Keweenaw County
Lake County
Lapeer County
Leelanau County
Lenawee County
Livingston County
Luce County
Mackinac County
Macomb County
Manistee County
Marquette County
Mason County
Mecosta County
Menominee County
Midland County
Missaukee County
Monroe County
Montcalm County
Montmorency County
Muskegon County
Newaygo County
Oakland County
Oceana County
Ogemaw County
Ontonagon County
Osceola County
Oscoda County
Otsego County
Ottawa County
Presque Isle County
Roscommon County
Saginaw County
Sanilac County
Schoolcraft County
Shiawassee County
St. Clair County
St. Joseph County
Tuscola County
Van Buren County
Washtenaw County
Wayne County
Wexford County
The Michigan name-change steps
1. Certified copies. Get them from your county clerk (marriage) or the Probate Court Clerk (divorce or court order).
2. Social Security. Update your SSA record first — it's free.
3. Michigan Secretary of State. Reissue your license with your new name.
4. Passport. Submit the correct form with a certified copy.
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- How do I change my name in Michigan?
- Get certified copies of your marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order, then update Social Security, your Michigan driver's license, and your passport in that order. Exact offices and fees vary by county — pick your county below.
- How long does a name change take in Michigan?
- A marriage or divorce name change usually takes a few weeks once you have certified copies. A court-order name change takes longer because of the petition and hearing.