Michigan LLC & Corporation
Annual Report Requirements
Statutory filing dates, state fees, late penalties, and step by step portal instructions using the Michigan LARA online system.
Michigan Annual Report Overview
Every LLC and corporation registered in Michigan must file an annual report, sometimes called an annual renewal or franchise tax filing, to maintain good standing with the state. Failing to file on time can result in late fees, loss of good standing, and ultimately involuntary dissolution, meaning the state cancels your business entity, which can create significant legal and financial complications.
This guide covers everything you need to maintain Michigan entity compliance in 2026: due dates, fees, filing instructions, and what happens if you miss the deadline.
When is the Michigan Annual Report Due?
Michigan business entities must file their annual reports on or before February 15 each year.
How Much Does It Cost?
What Happens If You Miss the Deadline?
Missing the filing deadline triggers late fees and can eventually lead to involuntary dissolution after two years of non-compliance. Reinstatement is possible if your entity is dissolved for failure to file, requiring payment of all past-due fees plus a reinstatement fee. The process typically takes two to six weeks and can cost several hundred dollars, making it always cheaper to file on time.
How to File the Michigan Annual Report
Most businesses now complete filings online through the state portal. Filing online is faster, cheaper, and provides instant confirmation. Michigan annual reports are filed through the Michigan LARA portal.
What you will typically need to file:
- Your entity registered name exactly as it appears on file
- Entity ID number or filing number
- Current registered agent name and address
- Principal office address
- Names of current managers and members for LLCs, or officers and directors for corporations
- Payment method such as a credit card for online filing
Step-by-step filing:
- Visit the official Michigan LARA portal using the button below.
- Search for your entity by name or entity number.
- Click on your entity to open the record.
- Look for the File Annual Report or Annual Renewal button.
- Review pre-filled information and update any changes.
- Pay the $25 filing fee for LLCs online.
- Save or print your confirmation number.
Michigan Annual Report Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, in most cases. Even if your business information is identical to last year, you still need to file the annual report and pay the fee. It is a compliance requirement, not just an information update.
Most states still accept paper filings but strongly encourage online filing, which is faster and provides instant confirmation. Online filing also reduces the risk of the filing being lost or delayed in processing. Check the Michigan LARA portal for paper form options if needed.
Update your registered agent information before or during the annual report filing. An outdated registered agent address can result in important legal notices being missed, which can have serious consequences for your entity standing.
Yes. Single-member LLCs have the same annual report requirements as multi-member LLCs in Michigan. Entity type matters more than the number of members.
If your business is no longer active, you should formally dissolve the entity with the Michigan Secretary of State rather than simply stop filing. Dissolving properly avoids ongoing fee obligations and prevents the entity from being listed as involuntarily dissolved in public records.