Michigan LLC Annual Statement (2026)

Understand the main recurring Michigan LLC filing or compliance task for 2026, including deadlines, fees, good standing, and how it differs from federal taxes.

LLC Route Editorial Team

Reviewed against official state and federal resources.

Updated July 28, 2026

Educational guide, not legal or tax advice.

Michigan LLCs file an annual statement, not a standard annual report label. For 2026, the fee is $25, and the annual statement is generally due by February 15.

Educational note: This guide is for general informational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, accounting, or financial advice. Confirm current requirements with Michigan LARA, Michigan Treasury, and qualified professionals.

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Question	Michigan answer
Filing name	Annual statement
Fee for 2026	$25
Deadline	Usually February 15
Filing method	Online through LARA
Fee after September 30, 2027	Statute shows $15
Is it a tax return?	No
Does it replace tax registration?	No

Deadline

Michigan LLC annual statements are generally due by February 15. Michigan law provides an exception for a domestic LLC formed after September 30 or a foreign LLC authorized after September 30: it does not need to file the statement on the February 15 immediately following that formation or authorization date.

For most active Michigan LLCs, February 15 is the date to calendar.

Online filing

LARA says annual reports and annual statements must be submitted online. This makes the annual statement different from older workflows that relied more heavily on paper filing.

What the annual statement is not

The annual statement is not:

Federal income tax return
Michigan income tax return
Sales tax return
Withholding return
UIA quarterly report
Registered agent service payment
Operating agreement

Annual statement FAQ

How much is the Michigan LLC annual statement?

For 2026, the fee is $25. Michigan statute shows a later reduction to $15 after September 30, 2027.

When is the annual statement due?

Usually February 15.

Can I mail it?

LARA says annual reports and annual statements must be submitted online.

Is it the same as Michigan tax filing?

No. Tax filings and Treasury registration are separate.

Official resources

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