How to Apply for WIC in Michigan

Michigan WIC is delivered through local health departments and community WIC agencies, so the fastest way to apply is to find the agency that serves your county or call 2-1-1, Michigan's statewide helpline, to be connected to WIC services in your area. Michigan also offers an online application through MI Bridges, where you can submit your household, income, and program information before your first appointment. For general questions, contact the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services WIC Program at 1-800-942-1636.

Before Your Appointment

• ID for every family member applying — driver's license, passport, birth certificate, or other government-issued ID
• Proof of Michigan address — utility bill, lease, or recent mail with your name and address
• Proof of income — recent pay stubs or other income documentation for all household members. If your household receives Medicaid, FAP, or TANF, bring that enrollment documentation instead
• For infants and children — birth certificate or hospital record
• For pregnant applicants — documentation of pregnancy from a healthcare provider, if available

What Happens at Your Appointment

A WIC health professional reviews your documents, takes height and weight measurements, checks iron levels with a quick finger-stick blood test, and completes a nutrition assessment. If you're approved, benefits are loaded onto your Michigan WIC EBT card and you can start shopping right away. Many local agencies also offer telehealth video appointments for nutrition or breastfeeding visits, connecting you with a Registered Dietitian or an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) — ask your local WIC agency whether this option is available in your area.

Recertification in Michigan

Pregnant participants are certified through delivery, breastfeeding participants for up to a year postpartum, non-breastfeeding postpartum participants for six months, and children annually. Your local WIC agency will notify you before your certification period ends.

Moving To or From Michigan

If you're moving to Michigan, contact a local WIC agency and bring the Verification of Certification (VOC) form from your previous state. If you're leaving Michigan, contact your local clinic or call 1-800-942-1636 to get a VOC form before you go, so your new state can continue your benefits without restarting the certification process. Your Michigan WIC EBT card only works at authorized vendors within Michigan.