Register for payroll
Set up payroll in Pennsylvania — the state has payroll requirements plus one of the most complex local tax environments in the country. We assess your locations and handle all applicable registrations.
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.
Pennsylvania Department of Revenue
Handles state income tax withholding registration for all Pennsylvania employers.
Pennsylvania Office of Unemployment Compensation
Handles Unemployment Insurance (UC) registration for all Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
Yes, employers with workers in Pennsylvania must register for income tax withholding with the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue and unemployment insurance with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry. Pennsylvania also has local earned income tax requirements that vary by municipality, and we manage all applicable registrations on your behalf.
Does Pennsylvania have local payroll taxes?
Pennsylvania has one of the most complex local tax environments in the country. Most municipalities and school districts impose an Earned Income Tax (EIT) collected through Local Tax Collection Agencies (LTCAs). Philadelphia has its own wage tax with different rates for residents and non-residents. We assess your specific locations and handle all applicable state and local registrations.
What information do you need to register my business for payroll taxes in Pennsylvania?
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 Pennsylvania payroll tax registration take?
Pennsylvania payroll tax registration processing times vary, ranging from instant online issuance to several weeks depending on the state's workload. We handle withholding and unemployment insurance filings with the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue and the Department of Labor and Industry, and note that local earned income tax registrations may also apply depending on your employee's municipality. We monitor the status of your registration and notify you as soon as your credentials are issued by the state.
