Register for payroll
To set up payroll in Connecticut employers must register with multiple agencies including the state's Paid Leave Authority. We handle all registrations to ensure you are fully compliant.
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.
Connecticut Department of Revenue Services
Handles state income tax withholding registration for all Connecticut employers.
Connecticut Department of Labor
Handles Unemployment Insurance (UI) and TDI (Temporary Disability Insurance) registration.
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 Connecticut?
Yes, any business with an employee working in Connecticut is required to register for income tax withholding with the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services and unemployment insurance with the Connecticut Department of Labor. We take care of both registrations, including Connecticut's Paid Leave program which adds an additional employer obligation.
Does Connecticut require registration with multiple agencies?
Yes, Connecticut employers typically need to register with the Department of Revenue Services for withholding, the Department of Labor for UI and TDI, and the CT Paid Leave Authority for the state's paid leave program. We handle all three registrations as part of your Connecticut setup.
What information do you need to register my business for payroll taxes in Connecticut?
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 Connecticut payroll tax registration take?
Connecticut payroll tax registration processing times vary, ranging from instant online issuance to several weeks depending on the state's workload. We handle withholding, unemployment insurance, and Paid Leave registrations with the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services and Department of Labor and monitor the status of your registration, notifying you as soon as your credentials are issued by the state.
