Register for payroll
Set up payroll in Texas — the state has no income tax, which makes registration significantly simpler than most states. Employers only need to register for Unemployment Insurance with the Texas Workforce Commission.
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.
Texas Workforce Commission
Handles Unemployment Insurance (UI) registration for all Texas employers. Texas has no state income tax so this is the only required state registration.
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 Texas?
Yes, while Texas has no state income tax, employers with workers in the state are required to register for unemployment insurance with the Texas Workforce Commission. We take care of this registration for you, ensuring your business meets Texas reemployment tax requirements before payroll begins.
Is registering for Texas payroll taxes really that simple?
Yes, Texas is one of the most straightforward states for payroll tax registration. Because there is no state income tax, the only state-level requirement is registering with the Texas Workforce Commission for Unemployment Insurance. The registration process is done online and typically processes within 2–4 weeks. We handle the registration and deliver your TWC account number.
What information do you need to register my business for payroll taxes in Texas?
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 Texas payroll tax registration take?
Texas payroll tax registration processing times vary, ranging from instant online issuance to several weeks depending on the state's workload. Since Texas has no state income tax, we handle unemployment insurance registration with the Texas Workforce Commission and monitor the status of your registration, notifying you as soon as your credentials are issued by the state.
