If you are a trucking company operating out of Michigan, USA, you may need to register for an International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) license in the state.
Michigan IFTA How-to Guide
Everything you need to know from application, filing, and renewal of your Michigan IFTA
Not based here? Click here to obtain a general guide on how to calculate your IFTA miles & fuel tax.
If you were wondering whether or not you're exempt, know that you must register and file for IFTA if you have:
- A vehicle with three or more axles
- A vehicle that exceeds 11,767 kg or 26,000 lbs
Table of Contents
- How to register for an IFTA license in Michigan
- Michigan IFTA License Costs, Fees, and Penalties
- Michigan IFTA License Renewal
- How to File Michigan IFTA
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How to register for an IFTA license in Michigan
Michigan is your base jurisdiction for IFTA licensing and reporting if you:
- have qualified motor vehicles registered in Michigan that travel on Michigan highways
- have an established place of business in Michigan from which motor carrier operations are performed
- maintain operational control and records for qualified motor vehicles in Michigan or can make those records available in Michigan.
A motor carrier that enters Michigan with a qualified motor vehicle more than five times in a calendar year requires obtaining an IFTA license or interstate trucker license.
You can register an application for Michigan Fuel Tax License using the Michigan IFTA IPC online: https://www.michigan.gov/taxes/business-taxes/ifta/apply
Michigan IFTA License Costs, Fees, and Penalties
Cost & Fees
There is no fee for an IFTA license and decals. Inaccurate information may result in lengthy delays in processing your application.
Penalties
Failure to file and/or pay your quarterly return by the due date will result in penalties, interest, and a notice of proposed revocation will be issued.
Michigan IFTA License Renewal
A renewal application must be completed annually, ideally before November 30.
In order to be compliant with the IFTA Agreement, you must submit and be approved for renewal no later than December 31 prior to the beginning of the renewal calendar year.
Renewal applications can be completed electronically using the Michigan IFTA IPC System: https://mi.iftaipc.com/login.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fDefault.aspx
Important Documents & Online Filing
- Application for Michigan Fuel Tax License: https://www.michigan.gov/taxes/business-taxes/ifta/apply
- Online Michigan Filing for IFTA: https://mi.iftaipc.com/login.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fDefault.aspx
- Michigan Tax Rates for IFTA quarters: https://www.iftach.org/taxmatrix4/
- Michigan IFTA Tax Phone #: (517) 636-4580
- Michigan IFTA Tax Email: IFTA_licensing@michigan.gov
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How to File Michigan IFTA
Under IFTA, you are required to file quarterly motor fuel tax reports with your base jurisdiction.
The schedule is as follows:
- January to March: Due April 30
- April to June: Due July 31
- July to September: Due October 31
- October to December: Due January 31
You can file IFTA quarterly tax reports using the Michigan IFTA IPC System: https://mi.iftaipc.com/login.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fDefault.aspx
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