The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) will never ask you to provide credit card numbers or other personal information by phone, text, email, or mail. LARA has identified fraudulent communications impersonating department staff. These scams may include requests for payment or personal information. Please do not respond to these messages and report any suspicious activity to LARA‑Safety@michigan.gov. (This email is for fraud purposes only; messages unrelated to LARA‑related fraud will not receive a response.)
Consumer Fireworks Licensing Information
Consumer Fireworks Licensing Information
Per the Michigan Fireworks Safety Act, Public Act 256 of 2011: A person shall not sell consumer fireworks unless the person annually obtains a consumer fireworks certificate from the department. Applications to sell consumer-grade fireworks in Michigan are accepted from January 1st through April 1st, yearly (applications close at midnight on April 1st). Late submissions are not permitted.
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2026 Consumer Fireworks Retail License Information
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Fireworks Tutorials
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FAQ Self-Inspection Guides and other Retailer Resources
Fireworks Facility Definitions
Fireworks Insurance Requirements
Fireworks Plan Submittal Guidelines
Temporary CFRS Stand Self-Inspection Guide
Permanent CFRS Bldg Self-Inspection Guide
Store Sales Area Self-Inspection Guide
Online Payment Link for Firework Citations
Fireworks Violations and Citation Appeal Info
Fireworks Appeal Request Form BFS-415
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Additional Questions
Contact fireworks@michigan.gov and receive a response in 1-2 business days.
To report illegal/non-licensed sale of fireworks, call: 517-388-6715.