Register for payroll
To set up payroll in Colorado employers must register with two agencies, plus comply with the state's Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program. We handle all registrations.
Register for payroll taxes today - here’s what’s required
Here are the state agencies you need to register with as an employe in your state. We handle all registrations on your behalf.
Colorado Department of Revenue
Handles state income tax withholding registration for all Colorado employers.
Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
Handles Unemployment Insurance (UI) registration for all Colorado employers.
Colorado FAMLI Division
Handles Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) registration — required for all Colorado employers.
Key facts about your state payroll taxes.
A quick overview of what's involved before you run your first payroll.
We handle the whole process for you
You provide the business info — we do the rest.
Complete our intake form
Tell us about your business — name, EIN, entity type, and start date. Takes about 5 minutes.
We review & prepare
Tell us about your business — name, EIN, entity type, and start date. Takes about 5 minutes.
We submit to the state
We register your business with the appropriate state agencies through official portals.
You receive your credentials
We deliver your account numbers and filing details — ready to load into your payroll system.
Ready to get registered?
Flat fee, no surprises. We work inside your existing payroll system.
State Payroll Tax FAQs
Common questions about registering for payroll taxes.
Do I need to register for payroll taxes in Colorado?
Yes, employers with workers in Colorado must register for income tax withholding with the Colorado Department of Revenue and unemployment insurance with the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment. We handle both registrations on your behalf so you're compliant before your first Colorado payroll runs.
What is Colorado FAMLI and do I need to register?
Colorado's Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program requires all employers to register and contribute. Premiums are split between the employer and employee. We include FAMLI registration as part of your Colorado payroll tax setup.
What information do you need to register my business for payroll taxes in Colorado?
We'll need your business name, EIN, entity type, physical address, start date of payroll, and owner information. You provide it once through our intake form and we handle everything from there.
How long does a Colorado payroll tax registration take?
Colorado payroll tax registration processing times vary, ranging from instant online issuance to several weeks depending on the state's workload. We handle both withholding and unemployment insurance filings with the Colorado Department of Revenue and the Department of Labor and Employment and monitor the status of your registration, notifying you as soon as your credentials are issued by the state.
