Short answer: $50 to file, about $50 in year one, and about $25 a year after that. Formation fee.
We've pulled these figures from the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Corporations Division's own pages. If something's changed since our last check, the state's portal wins, so it's worth a quick look before you pay.
First year vs every year after
Year one
$50
Formation fee.
Each year after
$25
Annual Statement fee.
With a formation service
| Route | Upfront | Registered agent |
|---|---|---|
| File it yourself | $50 | You serve, or hire one separately |
| Northwest | $89 | Included year one, then $125/yr |
| Bizee Basic | $50 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
| Bizee Standard | $249 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
How Michigan compares
Michigan's LLC filing fee is $50. That's the 4th lowest of 51 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $104, so Michigan comes in $54 under it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | $50 | 44 of 51 |
| New York | $200 | 7 of 51 |
| Pennsylvania | $125 | 20 of 51 |
| Wisconsin | $130 | 17 of 51 |
| New Jersey | $100 | 30 of 51 |
| Ohio | $99 | 35 of 51 |
Michigan fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Articles of Organization (Form CSCL/CD 700) | $50 | Exceptionally low $50 fee. |
| Annual Statement | $25 | annual, February 15 |
| Name reservation (optional) | $25 | 180 days |
| Change of registered agent | $5 | Updating the agent is highly affordable at $5. |
| Amendment | $25 | |
| Certificate of good standing | $10 | |
| Application for Certificate of Authority (Form 760) | $50 | For LLCs formed in another state |
| Certificate of Dissolution (CSCL/CD 731) | $10 | |
| DBA / assumed name | $25 | state |
LLC cost and fees: Michigan questions
What is the Michigan LLC filing fee?
$50 for Articles of Organization (Form CSCL/CD 700). Exceptionally low $50 fee.
How much does a Michigan LLC cost per year?
About $25 a year in state fees. Annual Statement fee.
Is it cheaper to file a Michigan LLC myself?
Yes, filing directly costs only the state fee. Services add convenience, a registered agent address and reminders. Northwest charges $39 plus the state fee, and Bizee's Basic package is $0 plus the state fee.
How much does expedited filing cost in Michigan?
24-hour for $50, same-day for $100, 2-hour for $500, and 1-hour for $1,000.
Sources and verification
Last checked against official state sources on . States change fees with little notice, so confirm on the filing portal before you pay. How we verify.
Still being confirmed with the state: ra.self allowed.