Michigan Tax Clearance Certificates

Certificates of tax clearance are required for a variety of business activities, ranging from reinstating or dissolving an entity to applying for a loan or a tax incentive. See the table below for information on obtaining a tax clearance certificate in Michigan.

Tax Clearance for Corporations:

Agency:Michigan Department of Treasury
Form:

Form 5156: Request for Tax Clearance Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$0

Turnaround:

8 weeks

Tax Clearance for Limited Liability Companies:

Agency:Michigan Department of Treasury
Form:

Form 5156: Request for Tax Clearance Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$0

Turnaround:

8 weeks

Tax Clearance for Nonprofit Corporations:

Not required