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Michigan LLC Fees, Annual Report & Penalties (2026)

Formation, deadlines & compliance for Michigan LLCs

Michigan LLCs file a $25 annual statement by February 15 each year (confirming the resident agent and registered office). Low ongoing burden, but it is a yearly requirement — not optional.

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Daniel Reyes, CPA
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$50
Formation Fee
$25
Annual Report
$50
Foreign LLC Fee
No
Franchise Tax

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1Michigan LLC Formation

To form an LLC in Michigan, you'll need to file Articles of Organization with the Michigan Secretary of State.

Formation Details

2Annual Report Requirements

Michigan requires LLCs to file a annual report to maintain good standing with the state.

Annual Report Details

  • Filing Fee: $25
  • Due Date: February 15 each year
  • Frequency: Annually

Comparing deadlines across states? See every state's annual (or biennial) report due date, fee, and late penalty in one place on our annual report deadlines hub.

3Registered Agent Requirements

Michigan requires all LLCs to maintain a registered agent.

Can You Be Your Own Registered Agent?

Yes, you can serve as your own registered agent in Michigan.

Requirements: Must be a Michigan resident or a corporation authorized to do business in Michigan.

4Foreign LLC Registration

If your LLC was formed in another state but you want to do business in Michigan, you'll need to register as a foreign LLC.

Foreign LLC Registration

  • Registration Fee: $50
  • Requirements: Application for Certificate of Authority and Certificate of Existence from home state.

5Michigan LLC Taxes

Michigan Corporate Income Tax (CIT) is 6%. LLCs taxed as pass-through entities avoid CIT.

6Penalties for Non-Compliance

Late Filing Penalties

$50 late penalty if the annual statement is received after February 15. Two consecutive unfiled years → the LLC is no longer in good standing by operation of law and its name is released.

Administrative Dissolution Risk

After two consecutive unfiled annual statements the LLC loses good standing by operation of law. Restoration requires a Certificate of Restoration of Good Standing ($50) plus the overdue statements.

Key Considerations for Michigan LLCs

  • Very low formation fee of $50
  • Low annual statement fee of $25
  • Straightforward online filing through LARA
  • February 15 deadline is earlier than most states

Important Disclaimer

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. LLC requirements, fees, and deadlines change frequently. Always verify current requirements with your state's Secretary of State office before making business decisions.

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Michigan LLC Taxes & Fees 2026

Formation cost, state/franchise tax, and the yearly fees a Michigan LLC owes.

Michigan LLC Annual Report & Compliance

Deadlines, fees, and filing steps to keep your Michigan LLC in good standing.

Michigan Registered Agent Requirements

Who can serve, the physical-address rule, and what a Michigan agent costs.

Can I Be My Own Registered Agent in Michigan?

The rules — and trade-offs — for acting as your own Michigan registered agent.

Michigan LLC Late Filing Penalties

What you owe — and how to fix it — if you file a Michigan report late.

Michigan LLC Reinstatement

Forms, fees, and how long it takes to reinstate a dissolved Michigan LLC.

Michigan Foreign LLC Registration

How to register an out-of-state LLC to legally do business in Michigan.

Official Resources

For the most up-to-date information, always check the official Michigan Secretary of State website:

https://www.michigan.gov/lara