File a Petition:
- You will need to file a Petition for Change of Name with the Michigan Circuit Court in the county where you reside.
- Form: You will need to complete the official Petition for Name Change form, which includes:
  - Your current name
  - The name you want to adopt
  - A reason for the name change (indicating that the change is for gender identity is generally acceptable)
- Filing Fee: The filing fee is generally around $150-$200, but it can vary by county. You may request a fee waiver if you demonstrate financial hardship.
Background Check:
- As part of the process, you will need to undergo a criminal background check through the Michigan State Police. You will typically submit fingerprints for this process.
- This check is meant to ensure that no criminal record will interfere with your name change.
Attend the Court Hearing:
- After filing, you will receive a hearing date. In most cases, the court will schedule a hearing, and you will need to attend.
- If there are no objections, the judge will issue an Order for Name Change.
Obtain Court Order:
- After the hearing (or without one if no objections are filed), the judge will grant your name change and issue an official Order for Name Change.
- You can then use this order to update your name on various documents.

Social Security Administration (SSA):
- After you have the court order, you must update your name with the SSA. You will need to:
  - Complete Form SS-5
  - Submit the court order and other identifying documents (such as ID or birth certificate)
  - Mail or visit your local SSA office to submit your application
Driver’s License or State ID:
- To change your name on your Michigan driver’s license or state ID, you will need to visit a Michigan Secretary of State (SOS) office with the following documents:
  - Court order
  - Current driver’s license or ID
  - Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful status
  - Payment (the fee is generally around $9-$18 for a new license)
Other Institutions:
- Notify any relevant institutions (banks, employers, schools, etc.) of your name change by providing a copy of the court order.

Required Documentation:
- To change your gender marker on your Michigan driver’s license or state ID, Michigan does not require surgery. However, you must provide:
  - A letter from a healthcare provider confirming your gender identity (male, female, or non-binary)
  - The provider must be a licensed healthcare professional, such as a doctor or therapist, who is familiar with your gender transition.
Submit the Request:
- You will submit the letter from the healthcare provider, along with the necessary application to the Michigan Department of State (SOS). You will need to:
  - Complete the Gender Change Request form available at the SOS office
  - Pay the applicable fee (around $9-$18 for an updated ID)
Approval and New ID:
- After processing, the SOS will issue a new driver’s license or state ID reflecting your requested gender marker.

Petition for Gender Marker Change:
- Michigan requires a court order to change the gender marker on your birth certificate. You will need to file a Petition for Gender Marker Change with the Circuit Court of your county of residence.
- Form: The petition must include:
  - A statement explaining your request for the change of gender marker
  - A letter from a healthcare provider confirming your gender identity
- Filing Fee: The filing fee is generally $150-$200 but can vary by county. You may request a fee waiver if you qualify for financial assistance.
Court Hearing:
- Similar to the name change process, you may need to attend a hearing in which the judge will review your petition and supporting documentation.
- If no one objects, the judge will issue an Order for Gender Marker Change.
Submit Court Order to Michigan Vital Records:
- After receiving the court order, you will submit it to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), Vital Records to amend your birth certificate.
- Submit the court order, a completed birth certificate amendment form, and a payment (approximately $40-$50).

File a Petition for Name Change with the Michigan Circuit Court.
Submit background check through the Michigan State Police.
Attend the Court Hearing and receive an Order for Name Change.
Update Documents:
- Notify SSA, Michigan Department of State, and other institutions of your name change.

For Driver’s License/State ID:
- Obtain a letter from a healthcare provider verifying your gender identity.
- Submit request to the Michigan Department of State for a new ID (fee $9-$18).
For Birth Certificate:
- File a petition for gender marker change with the Circuit Court.
- Obtain a court order, and submit it to Vital Records with the required fee ($40-$50).

No Surgery Requirement: Michigan does not require proof of surgery for gender marker changes on your driver’s license or ID.
Court Order for Birth Certificate: A court order is required to change the gender marker on your birth certificate.