Register for payroll
To set up payroll in Missouri requires two state agency registrations plus awareness of local earnings taxes in Kansas City and St. Louis. We handle the state registrations and assess local 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.
Missouri Department of Revenue
Handles state income tax withholding registration for all Missouri employers.
Missouri Division of Employment Security
Handles Unemployment Insurance (UI) registration for all Missouri 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 Missouri?
Yes, businesses with employees in Missouri are required to register for income tax withholding with the Missouri Department of Revenue and unemployment insurance with the Missouri Division of Employment Security. We register your business with both agencies so you're covered before the first paycheck goes out.
Do Kansas City and St. Louis have payroll taxes?
Yes, both Kansas City and St. Louis impose a 1% earnings tax on wages earned within city limits and on residents working outside the city. If your employees work in either city, you must register and withhold the local earnings tax. We assess your locations and include local tax registration where applicable.
What information do you need to register my business for payroll taxes in Missouri?
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 Missouri payroll tax registration take?
Missouri 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 Missouri Department of Revenue and the Division of Employment Security and monitor the status of your registration, notifying you as soon as your credentials are issued by the state.
