Register of Deeds


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Jo Ann DeGraaf, Registrar
(231) 258-3315 • Fax (231) 258-3345
605 N. Birch Street  •  Kalkaska, MI 49646
Administration Building
Administration Hours: 8am-5pm Monday-Friday (No Appt. Required)
Email: jdegraaf@kalkaskacounty.org


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 Image result for passport book images    PASSPORT INFORMATION   ****APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED****

Please contact the Register of Deeds at 231-258-3315 to schedule your passport appointment.

In most instances, you will need a current passport quality photo, State issued driver's license, and original birth certificate. For specific information pertaining to your individual situation, please call our office for assistance.                                                                                                                                                                    

FIRST TIME Applicants (DS-11)
RENEWAL Applicants (DS-82)
National Passport Center and Online Forms
***Passport Photos are available in our office for $10 each. ***

NOTICE Processing times once they arrive to the facility:
Routine Service is currently up to 10-13 weeks

Expedited Service (extra fees) is currently up to 7-9 weeks

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General Information & Useful Links
2023 Holiday Closings   (Closed All Legal Holidays) 
County Map and Property Information
Credit Card Payments (GovPayEXP) (Use paycode 6664)
Equalization Office
Michigan Legislature
Affidavit of Affixture Search (State of Michigan)
Michigan Association of Register of Deeds
NEW E-NOTARY AND E-SIGNATURE REQUIREMENTS CLICK HERE

2021 Plat Books can be purchased in our office- come see us to purchase one $35 (cash or check only)

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