Trenton, Wayne County
Secretary of State in Trenton
The Trenton branch is at 3040 Van Horn. Schedule a visit online, bring the right papers, and see the next nearest branches if the wait is long.
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The Trenton branch
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The next nearest branches
Straight-line miles from the middle of Trenton.
| Branch | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brownstown | Address 18412 Telegraph Rd, Romulus, MI 48174 | Distance 4.4 miles |
| Taylor | Address 21572 Ecorse Rd, Taylor, MI 48180 | Distance 8.6 miles |
| Inkster | Address 26603 Michigan Ave, Inkster, MI 48141 | Distance 12.1 miles |
New to Michigan
How to register a car in Michigan
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Get Michigan no-fault insurance
Every vehicle must carry Michigan no-fault insurance to be registered; out-of-state insurance is not accepted.
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Schedule a branch visit
A first Michigan registration is done in person at a Secretary of State office. Book a time online.
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Bring the papers
The original title, your previous registration if you have it, proof of Michigan insurance, your license or ID and payment.
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Get your plate
You leave with a plate and registration. Later renewals can usually be done online, by mail or at a self-service station.
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Sources
- State of Michigan DTMB GIS, Secretary of State Offices
- Michigan Department of State: schedule an office visit
- Michigan Department of State
- Michigan DIFS: auto insurance
Updated October 2026. Rules and procedures change; confirm with the responsible office before a decision.