Michigan Sales Tax Permit Cost (2026)
Registering for a sales-tax permit (seller's permit) in Michigan is free. Free license that auto-renews each year; Michigan has no local sales tax (flat 6%). You'll need it before you can legally collect sales tax from customers.
Verified July 2026 from official sources. How we verify fees.
What it costs in Michigan
- Registration fee: Free
- Renewal: Annual (auto-renewed free)
- Resale certificate: free / self-issued
- Also needed: an EIN (free from the IRS) and usually a registered business
How it works
You register through the Michigan Department of Revenue, usually online, and receive your permit (often the same day). Free license that auto-renews each year; Michigan has no local sales tax (flat 6%). A sales-tax permit is separate from forming the business itself — see our Michigan LLC and DBA cost pages for those fees.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a sales tax permit in Michigan?
It's free to register for a seller's permit in Michigan.
Do I need a sales tax permit in Michigan?
Yes, if you sell taxable goods or services in Michigan — you must register before collecting any sales tax from customers.
Does a Michigan sales tax permit expire?
Renewal: annual (auto-renewed free).