Corporations Division

New MiBusiness Registry Portal Now Available mibusinessregistry.lara.state.mi.us

As of June 23, 2025, the new MiBusiness Registry Portal is live! You can now submit filings online, perform searches, and request
certificates and copies.

Note: All annual reports and annual statements must now be submitted online. We will no longer accept paper filings for any annual reports/statements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to the Corporations Division

The Corporations Division promotes economic development and growth by facilitating the formation of business entities in Michigan. The Division provides services that enable corporations, limited partnerships, limited liability companies, and limited liability partnerships to be formed, and for foreign entities to obtain a certificate of authority to transact business.

We strongly encourage you conduct business with us online through our MiBusiness Registry Portal, instead of U.S. mail, FedEx, or UPS.

HOW DO I... FORMS, PUBLICATIONS & STATUTES

News and Announcements

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New MiBusiness Registry Portal
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Virtual Appointment

Schedule a free virtual appointment for help with business filings or questions.
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In-Person Document Payment Scheduling
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions