Register for payroll
To set up payroll in Louisiana involves two state agencies. We handle both and deliver your account credentials so you can start running payroll without the paperwork.
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.
Louisiana Department of Revenue
Handles state income tax withholding registration for all Louisiana employers.
Louisiana Workforce Commission
Handles Unemployment Insurance (UI) registration for all Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
Yes, any business with an employee working in Louisiana is required to register for income tax withholding with the Louisiana Department of Revenue and unemployment insurance with the Louisiana Workforce Commission. We take care of both registrations so you're fully compliant before your first Louisiana payroll runs.
How does Louisiana handle parish-level taxes?
Louisiana parishes (equivalent to counties) generally do not impose local payroll taxes on wages. The main payroll tax obligations are at the state and federal level. However, some local jurisdictions may have specific business license or sales tax requirements. We assess your situation and ensure complete state-level compliance.
What information do you need to register my business for payroll taxes in Louisiana?
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 Louisiana payroll tax registration take?
Louisiana 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 Louisiana Department of Revenue and the Louisiana Workforce Commission and monitor the status of your registration, notifying you as soon as your credentials are issued by the state.
