About MichiganDBA.com
MichiganDBA.com files Michigan DBA registrations for a $99 service fee; the county filing fee is paid separately.
What MichiganDBA.com does
A DBA (Doing Business As) lets you operate a business under a name different from your legal name. In Michigan, this filing is officially called a DBA registration.
Our flat service fee covers:
- DBA name availability search
- Preparation of all filing paperwork
- Submission to the county clerk's office
- Filing confirmation and certificate
- Compliance reminders for renewal deadlines
- Document storage in your online dashboard
From order to filed DBA
Yes. We handle the entire DBA filing process online. You provide your information through our simple form, and we prepare and submit the paperwork to the county clerk's office in the county where your business operates on your behalf.
What you need
- Your full legal name (individual or entity name)
- The business name you want to register
- Business address in Michigan
- Type of business (sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC, or corporation)
- Filing fee payment
Most DBA filings in Michigan are processed within 5-10 business days after submission to the county clerk's office. Processing times can vary depending on the county and their current backlog.
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Get StartedFiling a DBA in Michigan involves two costs: our $99 service fee and the county filing fee. There are no hidden charges, no upsells, and no surprise fees.
The county filing fee across Michigan is $20. This fee is paid to the county clerk's office and is separate from our service fee.
Your total cost to file is our $99 service fee plus the county filing fee for your specific county. Check your county page for the exact fee in your area.
Costs outside our fee
- Business licenses and permits — Varies by city and industry
- DBA publication — Some Michigan counties require you to publish your DBA in a local newspaper (costs vary)
- Business bank account — Most banks offer free business checking, but requirements vary
- Renewal fees — DBA registrations expire and must be renewed (see our renewal guide)
We believe in transparent pricing. The $99 you see is the $99 you pay. County or state filing fees are government charges that go directly to the filing office — we don't mark those up.
Michigan filing rules
In Michigan, DBA filings are handled at the county level. You file with the county clerk's office in the county where your business operates. Michigan has 80 counties, each with its own clerk's office and filing fee.
When you file your DBA through us, we track your expiration date and send reminders well in advance. When it's time to renew, we handle the paperwork — same flat rate, same simple process.
Questions about MichiganDBA.com
How long does it take to get a DBA in Michigan?
Most DBA filings in Michigan are processed within 5-10 business days after submission. Processing times vary depending on the county and their current workload.
How much does it cost to file a DBA in Michigan?
Our service fee is a flat $99. County filing fees are separate and vary by county. See our full cost breakdown for details.
Do I need a DBA if I have an LLC?
It depends. If you want your LLC to operate under a name different from its registered entity name, then yes — you need a DBA filing. If you plan to do business only under your LLC's registered name, you do not need a separate DBA.
What is a DBA?
A DBA — commonly called a DBA (Doing Business As) — is a registration that lets you operate a business under a name different from your legal name. In Michigan, this filing is officially known as a DBA registration. It's required if you want to use a business name that isn't your personal legal name (for sole proprietors and partnerships) or your entity's registered name (for LLCs and corporations).
Does a DBA protect my business name?
A DBA registration gives you the right to use the name in your filing jurisdiction, but it does not provide the same level of protection as a trademark. For stronger name protection, consider filing a federal trademark with the USPTO.
Where do I file a DBA in Michigan?
In Michigan, DBA filings are handled at the county level. You file with the county clerk's office in the county where your business operates. Michigan has 80 counties, each with its own filing office and fee schedule.
Contact
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