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Out-of-state voter registration guide

How to register to vote in Michigan

To register to vote in Michigan as an out-of-state student you must register in person with your city or township clerk at their clerk's office or Early Voting Center. Additionally, you will be required to provide proof of residency for your campus address or Michigan residential address as well as a valid photo ID.

 

*Registering to vote in Michigan at your campus address will change your registered address (shown on driver's license/state ID). This will not impact your financial aid or university residency status. You will be sent a sticker from the Secretary Of State with your new registered address which will need to be applied to the back of your driver's license or state ID.

How to find your clerk

Michigan law allows same-day voter registration and voting in person during the early voting period as well as up till 8 p.m. on Election Day. For out-of-state students interested in getting registered you can locate your clerk by clicking the "Find My Clerk" button. 

What do you need to bring

To register to vote in Michigan as an out-of-state student you must provide proof of residency for your campus address as well as a valid photo ID 

What counts as proof of residency:

  • Michigan driver’s license, MI state ID, or U.S. Passport (with MI address)

  • A utility bill

  • Insurance documents (health, car, home, etc.)

  • A bank or credit card statement

  • Financial aid or school enrollment documents

  • A lease agreement

  • A paycheck or other government check

  • Other government document with your campus address

What counts as a valid photo ID

  • Current student ID

  • Valid driver’s license

  • Valid state ID

  • Valid U.S. Passport

Need help or have more questions?

Check out our FAQ page or email us your questions at: msuvote@msu.edu

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Go green, go white, GO VOTE!

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