Register for payroll
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.
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.
Hawaii Department of Taxation
Handles state income tax withholding registration for all Hawaii employers.
Hawaii Department of Labor and Industrial Relations
Handles Unemployment Insurance (UI) and Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) registration for Hawaii 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 Hawaii?
Yes, employers with workers in Hawaii must register for income tax withholding with the Hawaii Department of Taxation and unemployment insurance with the Hawaii Department of Labor and Industrial Relations. Hawaii also requires registration for Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI), and we handle all three registrations on your behalf.
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 register my business for payroll taxes in Hawaii?
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 Hawaii payroll tax registration take?
Hawaii 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 Temporary Disability Insurance registrations with the Hawaii Department of Taxation and the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations and monitor the status of your registration, notifying you as soon as your credentials are issued by the state.
