The State of Michigan will automatically grant you a 6-month tax extension regardless if you have successfully filed a federal tax extension (IRS Tax Form 4868 ). However, you need to submit Michigan Form 4 (PDF) if you owe the state money for income taxes.

If you do not need to make a tax payment and have received an acceptance notification from FileLater, there’s nothing more to do. Be sure to attach a copy of your extension form when you file your state tax return.

Filing for a Michigan tax extension will not provide you with additional time to pay any tax balance due, which must be paid by the original filing deadline, or interest and other payment penalties may apply.

For additional information, please visit the State of Michigan Department of Treasury website.