Register for payroll
To set up payroll in Indiana requires two state agency registrations. We handle both and deliver your account credentials so you can get started quickly.
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.
Indiana Department of Revenue
Handles state income tax withholding registration for all Indiana employers.
Indiana Department of Workforce Development
Handles Unemployment Insurance (UI) registration for all Indiana 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 Indiana?
Yes, businesses with employees in Indiana are required to register for income tax withholding with the Indiana Department of Revenue and unemployment insurance with the Indiana Department of Workforce Development. We manage both registrations on your behalf regardless of where your company is based.
Does Indiana have county income taxes?
Yes, Indiana is one of the few states where county-level income taxes are common. Most Indiana counties have their own income tax rate, and withholding is based on where the employee lives, not where they work. We ensure your payroll is set up to handle Indiana's county tax requirements correctly.
What information do you need to register my business for payroll taxes in Indiana?
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 an Indiana payroll tax registration take?
Indiana 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 Indiana Department of Revenue and the Department of Workforce Development and monitor the status of your registration, notifying you as soon as your credentials are issued by the state.
