Work Permits

As of October 2, 2026, the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) will be responsible for issuing work permits per Michigan law (Public Act 196 of 2024).

Key changes include:

• New Online System: Minors and employers must use LEO’s free registration website to apply for and process work permits.

• Work Hour Restrictions:

  • 14- and 15-year-olds may only work between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. from June 1 to Labor Day and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. the rest of the year.

  • During the school year, work is limited to 3 hours per day and 18 hours per week.

  • When school is not in session, minors may work up to 40 hours per week.

More details on the new system will be available as the transition approaches. For more information, visit Michigan LEO's website

Helpful Resources:

• Michigan LEO - Work Permit Information

• Michigan LEO - Youth Employment

Download a Work Permit:

• CA-6 Work Permit for minor under 16 years of age

• CA-7 Work Permit for minor 16 to 17 years of age