Completing the BCS/CD-272 form takes only a few minutes using the FormsPal online PDF editor. No software installation is required. The editor works in any modern browser and saves your progress automatically so you can return and revise your form at any time.
Step 1: Open the BCS/CD-272 form by clicking the "Get Form" button at the top of this page. This loads the current version of the official Michigan LARA expedited service request form in the online editor.
Step 2: Enter the full legal name of your Michigan business entity as it appears on your state registration documents. For corporations, use the name from your articles of incorporation. For LLCs and limited partnerships, use the name in your formation document on file with LARA. Include the required designator such as "Inc.", "LLC", or "L.P.".
Step 3: Enter your entity identification number. Every Michigan business entity has a unique ID assigned by the Bureau of Commercial Services when the entity was formed. This number appears on your certificate of organization or incorporation and is required on the BCS/CD-272 form.
Step 4: Select the type of document you are submitting for expedited processing. Options include articles of incorporation, articles of organization, articles of amendment, certificate of dissolution, and annual report, among others. Mark the category that best describes your document.
Step 5: Choose your expedited service level. Options are one-hour service for in-person submissions, two-hour service for in-person submissions, or 24-hour service available by mail, MICH-ELF fax, or in person. Each level carries a different additional fee. Calculate the correct amount and include the payment with your submission.
Step 6: Indicate your submission method. Mark whether you are submitting in person, by mail, or via the MICH-ELF fax system. If you have a MICH-ELF filer ID number, enter it in the designated field. First-time MICH-ELF users must obtain a filer number from LARA before using that submission method.
Step 7: Sign and date the BCS/CD-272 form. An authorized representative of the entity, or a registered agent acting on the entity's behalf, must sign the form. The date must correspond to the date the document package is submitted to LARA.
Step 8: Click "Done" in the editor to save your completed form. Download the PDF and include it in your filing package along with your primary document and the required fee payment. Your completed form is saved in your FormsPal account for future reference.
Common Questions About the BCS/CD-272 Form
Who can request expedited service using the BCS/CD-272? Any business entity registered in Michigan, including corporations, limited liability companies, and limited partnerships, can submit this form when filing eligible documents with LARA.
Are there documents that cannot be expedited? Some document types may not qualify for priority handling. Contact LARA's Bureau of Commercial Services before submitting to confirm your document is eligible for expedited processing.
What payment methods does LARA accept for expedited fees? LARA typically accepts checks, money orders, and credit or debit cards for in-person filings. Verify accepted payment methods with the Bureau of Commercial Services before submitting your package.
Can I use this form for an LLC filing? Yes. Limited liability companies registered in Michigan can use the BCS/CD-272 form for any eligible filing. See the Michigan LLC operating agreement page for related documents your LLC may need when forming or updating your entity.