How to form an LLC in Michigan for $0 service fee.
Michigan state filing fee is $50. Standard processing is 3 to 5 business days. We file Articles of Organization with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), obtain your EIN, file your BOI report with FinCEN, and provide Michigan Registered Agent service free for the first year.
Why entrepreneurs file an LLC in Michigan.
Low formation cost ($50) and low annual statement ($25, due Feb 15). Auto industry recovery has stabilized the state economy. State income tax 4.25% flat.
Where Michigan businesses are based.
You can form your Michigan LLC from any of these metros (or anywhere in the state). Most founders form in the state where they live and operate.
The Michigan formation rules at a glance.
- $50 filing fee, $25 annual statement, due February 15
- Processing: 3 to 5 business days ($50 expedited)
- Filed with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) in Lansing
- Top industries: Automotive (Detroit Three), Manufacturing, Agriculture
Our take Strong choice for businesses operating in Michigan. Low formation and annual costs.
Corporations Division processes LLC formations from Lansing. We file your Articles of Organization electronically with this office. Annual report obligation: $25 annual statement, due February 15.
FILED ELECTRONICALLY · 3 TO 5 BUSINESS DAYSA clean handoff, in four steps.
You give us the basics. We handle the state, the IRS, and the compliance clock so you can focus on the business.
A name that's actually available.
Real-time check against the state register, USPTO trademark database, and matching domains.
Filed with the Secretary of State.
We submit your Articles, pay the state fee on your behalf, and return the stamped certificate.
EIN + the right tax setup.
Federal Employer ID with the IRS, plus state tax accounts when your business needs them.
Registered Agent + deadline tracking.
Your agent on file in every state, with every renewal and annual report tracked in one calendar.
From form to filed in Michigan, in four steps.
Michigan vs neighbors.
If you can operate from multiple states, here is how Michigan compares.
Michigan business resources beyond formation.
After you file, these Michigan-specific organizations help with mentoring, funding, exporting, and growth.
Michigan-specific LLC questions.
When is the MI annual statement due?
Auto industry, still relevant?
What about the Ann Arbor tech scene?
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Michigan?
How long does it take to form an LLC in Michigan?
Do I need to live in Michigan to form an LLC there?
What is a Michigan Registered Agent?
What about BOI reporting for my Michigan LLC?
Start your Michigan LLC in 5 minutes.
Tell us a few details. We file with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), obtain your EIN, file your BOI, and set up your Michigan Registered Agent.
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LLCs we have formed in Michigan.
Recommended add-ons
Most customers add these to keep their business compliant year-round.
Registered Agent - Year 1
RecommendedRequired in every state. We act as your legal point of contact and forward filings same-day.
EIN / Federal Tax ID
Most orderedYour business identifier for taxes, bank accounts, hiring, and 1099s. Filed same business day.
Operating Agreement (LLC) / Bylaws (Corp)
State-compliant internal governance doc. Required by most banks at account opening.
Compliance Monitoring
Best valueTrack every annual report, registered agent renewal, and license deadline across all your entities.