LANSING, Mich. -- The Michigan Department of Treasury says it has processed more than 3.3 million individual income tax returns so far this year.
The tax filing deadline is April 15, now less than two weeks away. If you have not done so already, the Treasury Department is urging you not to wait to file right at the deadline. It points out that submitting an accurate return helps ensure timely processing and reduces the likelihood of delays.
Here are more details from the Treasury Department's news releases:
In March, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency for Alcona, Alpena, Delta, Missaukee, Ogemaw, Roscommon and Wexford counties to assist with recovery efforts after extreme winter weather March 15-16, 2026. Whitmer extended the state of emergency declaration to Osceola County on March 24 to assist with response and recovery efforts.
- Individuals and businesses in these northern Michigan counties can request additional time to file state tax returns and pay state tax bills, with penalties and interest waived.
- Taxpayers must request tax extension relief through the Michigan Department of Treasury by using online systems, corresponding through the U.S. Postal Service or calling by phone.
“The individual income tax filing deadline is two weeks away, and we encourage taxpayers to not wait to file right at the deadline,” said Deputy State Treasurer Kavita Kale, who oversees Treasury’s Revenue Services programs. “Submitting an accurate return helps ensure timely processing and reduces the likelihood of delays.”
Filing a tax return enables eligible taxpayers to receive important tax credits and other benefits. Individuals can file their state income tax return online for free, e-file with tax preparation software, or mail a paper form with documentation. All state of Michigan individual income tax returns and payment of any taxes owed must be received by April 15, 2026. For the convenience of taxpayers, the state's individual income tax filing season is the same as set by the Internal Revenue Service.
Taxpayers are encouraged to check the status of their refund through Michigan Treasury eServices or through the department’s automated phone system at 517-636-4486. Please note repeated calls to the contact center may increase call waiting times.
“We appreciate the public’s patience and encourage taxpayers to carefully review their returns before filing to help reduce errors,” Kale added.
For more information about refund processing or to track the status of a return, taxpayers may visit michigan.gov/wheresmyrefund.
Taxpayers should also be aware of the following this tax season:
- Michigan Treasury eServices enables taxpayers to file for free, check refunds, make payments, view records, and respond to Treasury letters.
- Refunds typically take 4–6 weeks for efiled returns and 6–8 weeks for mailed returns.
- Free tax preparation is available for eligible individuals through IRS-certified volunteers and other community programs. Look for local programs in your area.
- Taxpayers in emergency areas in Southwest Michigan and Northern Michigan have additional time to file and pay state taxes, with penalties and interest waived for those who qualify. Relief must be requested directly from Treasury.
The individual income tax return deadline is April 15. For more information about individual income tax season, go to Michigan.gov/IncomeTax.
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