✦ State Payroll Tax Registration

Register for payroll

taxes in
Hawaii
— we handle it.

Set up payroll in Hawaii — the state has several employer registration requirements including a mandatory Temporary Disability Insurance program. We handle all registrations so you stay compliant.

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Hawaii
Registration Requirements

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.

Withholding Tax

Hawaii Department of Taxation

Handles state income tax withholding registration for all Hawaii employers.

Unemployment Insurance

Hawaii Department of Labor and Industrial Relations

Handles Unemployment Insurance (UI) and Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) registration for Hawaii employers.

✦ What Employers Need to Know

Key facts about your state payroll taxes.

A quick overview of what's involved before you run your first payroll.

Hawaii has one of the most complex income tax structures in the country — 12 graduated brackets ranging from 1.4% to 11%, among the highest top rates nationally.
Hawaii new employers pay a UI rate of 2.4% on the first $64,500 of wages in 2026 — one of the highest wage bases in the country. Hawaii also has a mandatory Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) program.
Hawaii TDI is mandatory for all employers — employers can participate in the state plan or provide an approved private plan. TDI benefits cover non-work-related illness, injury, and pregnancy.
Hawaii has no local payroll taxes. Two agency registrations required: Hawaii Department of Taxation (withholding) and Department of Labor and Industrial Relations (UI and TDI) before running payroll.
✦ How It Works

We handle the whole process for you

You provide the business info — we do the rest.

1

Complete our intake form

Tell us about your business — name, EIN, entity type, and start date. Takes about 5 minutes.

2

We review & prepare

Tell us about your business — name, EIN, entity type, and start date. Takes about 5 minutes.

3

We submit to the state

We register your business with the appropriate state agencies through official portals.

4

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.

Launch
$0
to start
State payroll tax checkup
Verify if you're already registered
Free provider recommendation if needed
State Registration
$150
per agency registration
We register with all required state agencies
Credentials delivered to you
Works with your existing payroll system
Setup Plan
$599
one-time
Up to 3 state registrations included
Full payroll system configuration
First payroll run verification

State Payroll Tax FAQs

Common questions about registering for payroll taxes.

Do I need to register for payroll taxes in my state?

Yes- if you have employees working in your state, you are required to register with the appropriate state tax agencies before running your first payroll. Failing to register can result in penalties and back taxes.

What is Hawaii's TDI requirement?

Hawaii's Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) program requires all employers to provide coverage for non-work-related disabilities. Employers can participate in the state plan or obtain an approved private plan. We assess your situation and ensure the correct TDI setup is in place as part of your Hawaii registration.

What information do you need to get started?

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 the registration process take?

+Processing times vary by state. Most registrations are completed within 5–10 business days. We keep you updated throughout the process and notify you as soon as your credentials are ready.