If you formed your LLC in Michigan and need to provide proof of your LLC’s good standing, then you’ll need to obtain a “Certificate of Good Standing” from the Michigan Secretary of State.
The cost of a Certificate of Good Standing from the Michigan Secretary of State is $10.00.
Processing takes up to 3-5 business days.
Providing proof of good standing for an LLC may be required when:
Read this page to learn how to obtain proof of Good Standing for a Michigan LLC.
A Certificate of Good Standing is a document that verifies your LLC is in compliance with state law and has paid all necessary taxes and fees.
It also confirms that the business’s articles of organization are still current and valid.
Here are the steps to follow in Michigan to get a Certificate of Good Standing:
Step 1. Visit Michigan’s Secretary of State website and log into your Michigan Business One Stop account.
Step 2. Click “Certificates” on the left-hand side of the page, then click “Michigan Certificate Of Good Standing Request.”
Step 3. Enter your LLC’s name, Michigan File Number (if known), business address, and contact information.
Step 4. Click “Next” to continue.
Step 5. Review the details of the Certificate of Good Standing request and then click “Continue” to proceed with payment.
Step 6. Pay the $10.00 fee for the Michigan Certificate of Good Standing with a credit card or debit card.
Step 7. Once you’ve completed payment, you should receive your Michigan Certificate of Good Standing by mail within 3-5 business days.
Step 8. The Michigan Certificate Of Good Standing will be signed by Michigan Secretary of State and have an official Michigan seal.
If a Michigan LLC fails to file its annual report with the Michigan Secretary of State, then the state may declare the LLC no longer in good standing.
The Secretary Of State may also revoke a Michigan LLC’s good standing if it commits certain violations, such as failing to pay taxes or fees.
To restore good standing to a Michigan LLC that has lost it, the Michigan Secretary of State must receive all back taxes and outstanding fees owed.
Once the Secretary of State receives payment for back taxes and fees, your Michigan LLC should be restored to good standing within 5-7 business days.
Yes, Michigan requires an LLC to remain in good standing by filing its annual report and ensuring that it’s paid all necessary taxes and fees.
Michigan’s Secretary of State will provide a Certificate of Good Standing that confirms your Michigan LLC is in compliance with state law. You may also check the Secretary Of State website for more information about your Michigan LLC’s current status.
Michigan’s Secretary of State usually takes 3-5 business days to process a Certificate Of Good Standing.
The cost for a Michigan Certificate Of Good Standing is $10.00.