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How to form an LLC in Michigan
$50 to file, one of the cheapest states, plus a $25 annual statement due February 15.
Michigan LLC at a glance
| Formation document | Articles of Organization (CSCL/CD-700) |
|---|---|
| State filing fee | $50 |
| Processing time | Standard review takes up to 10 business days, per LARA. |
| Resident agent | Michigan calls it a resident agent. The agent needs a Michigan street address for the registered office. You can be your own agent if you have a Michigan address. |
| Annual statement | $25 (scheduled to drop to $15 for payments after September 30, 2027). Due February 15 each year. LLCs formed after September 30 skip the very next February 15. |
| Official filing site | Michigan LARA — Corporations Division (MiBusiness Registry) |
Filing online vs. by mail
File online through the MiBusiness Registry Portal (LARA Corporations Division) or by mail. Expedited options range from $50 (24-hour) up to $1,000 (1-hour).
Resident agent
Michigan calls it a resident agent. The agent needs a Michigan street address for the registered office. You can be your own agent if you have a Michigan address.
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After you form: ongoing requirements
- Annual statement: $25 (scheduled to drop to $15 for payments after September 30, 2027). Due February 15 each year. LLCs formed after September 30 skip the very next February 15.
Common Michigan gotchas
- If you don’t file the annual statement, the LLC falls out of good standing after two years and its name becomes available to others.
- The fee is changing in 2027, so confirm the current amount when you file.
Do it yourself in Michigan
- Check your name in the state’s business search and make sure it includes “LLC” or “L.L.C.”
- Choose your resident agent using the rules above.
- File the Articles of Organization (CSCL/CD-700) at Michigan LARA — Corporations Division (MiBusiness Registry) and pay $50.
- Get a free EIN from the IRS. See our EIN guide.
- Calendar your ongoing filings so you don’t pay late fees.
Need the general walkthrough? Read how to form an LLC, step by step.
Sources
Fees and rules below come from official Michigan government sources, checked October 2026. Fees change, so always confirm on the state’s site before you pay.
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Last updated October 2026. General information only, not legal or tax advice.