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To pay employees in a new state, where you’ve never operated or paid people, you must register with the state tax agencies there. This lets you pay and file the taxes you and your employees are liable for.
Watch this quick tutorial to learn more.
Registering for taxes may not be the only to-do when starting or running a business in a new state. Go to our blog for complete guides on starting and running a business in each state.
Gusto works with CorpNet to help you register your business in new states.
What you need to do
Cost and timeline
Prices vary by state. You can see the cost, process, and how long it takes in step four below.
What the process looks like
Third-Party Agent (TPA) authorization reminder
Some state agencies need Gusto to have TPA access to file and pay your taxes. Usually, CorpNet does not set this up, so you’ll have to do it yourself after registration.
Check the state registration articles to see if TPA is needed and how to set it up. If there's no “Authorize Gusto” section, then TPA is not needed right now.
Prices vary by state. You can see the cost, process, and how long it takes in step four below.
Some reminders
When your order is complete, you’ll receive emails from both Gusto and CorpNet. They’ll detail the next steps, which include:
Before your order is done, use the link in the state registration email from Gusto to check your order's status.
You can also check the status in your Gusto account:
If your order is still in progress, you can cancel from your Gusto account:
If you were already charged, you'll get a refund in a few business days.
If you canceled your order but would like to re-open it, contact CorpNet directly at (888) 449-2638. Or email them at [email protected].
Q: Can I run payroll before my registration is done?
A: Yes, you can usually run payroll before all state tax info is added in Gusto. You may be asked to enter tax rates and tax deposit frequencies, but can use temporary info.
Important reminders
Q: Can I use Gusto to register in a new state without a Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN)? What if my business is merging or being acquired?
A: No, you need a FEIN in Gusto to get registration help for state taxes.
If your business is merging or being acquired, CorpNet cannot help with registration. You'll need to work with a tax advisor and state agencies directly.
Q: Where can I find my tax information?
A: You can find your tax info in several places:
Gusto’s state tax registration service does not contain tax, legal, financial, or HR advice. Since rules and regulations change over time and can vary by location, consult a lawyer, HR expert, or accountant for specific guidance.
Q: What if I'm not liable for unemployment tax yet?
A: If you want CorpNet to start setting up an unemployment account number before you're liable, you can:
Q: Can CorpNet help if the responsible party is international without an ITIN or SSN?
A: CorpNet might be able to help. Contact them at [email protected] or 1(888) 449-2638.
Q: Why am I unable to enter 0% ownership for the responsible party or add a commercial owner?
A: Some states have a 1% minimum for the responsible party ownership percentage. These states include ID, KS, MN, OH, SC, DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, and RI.
You’ll need to place registration orders directly with CorpNet outside of Gusto or register directly with the agency.
Some states require an individual owner to be listed. If you’re a non-profit or unsure, contact CorpNet for help at [email protected] or 1(888) 449-2638.
Q: Does CorpNet help with giving Gusto third-party access (TPA) for tax payments?
A: Some state agencies need Gusto to have TPA access to file and pay your taxes. Usually, CorpNet does not set this up, so you’ll have to do it yourself after registration.
Check the state registration articles to see if TPA is needed and how to set it up. If there's no “Authorize Gusto” section, then TPA is not needed right now.
Q: Does CorpNet help close state tax accounts?
A: No, you'll need to close the tax account yourself.
Click the dropdowns below to learn how to register with state agencies. After you register, give Gusto third-party access (TPA) so we can help manage tax payments and filings for you.
If you have to pay Nevada unemployment tax, you also have to pay the Modified Business Tax (MBT).
When you sign up for SUI (State Unemployment Insurance), you'll automatically be signed up for the MBT with the Nevada Department of Taxation:
After a work address in Nevada is assigned to one or more employees, you can add your tax account information:
If you do not have your rate yet, enter the new employer rate for Nevada in Gusto for now. Update the rate once you get it.
If you're already registered in Nevada, you'll need to enter your tax account details in Gusto.
You'll need to be registered with one or more of the agencies below for Gusto to file and pay taxes for you:
If you still need to register, click the applicable dropdown above in this article.
Do not forget to add Gusto as a third-party administrator (TPA) for unemployment tax.
The DETR will also give you an unemployment tax rate, which is listed on your “Notice of Employer’s Contribution Rates.”
If this is your first time running payroll in Nevada and you do not have your rate yet, enter the new employer rate for Nevada in Gusto for now. Update the rate once you get it.
If you do not know your account number or rate, call the agency at (775) 684-6310.
The Nevada Department of Taxation will give you a 10-digit MBT account number. You can find this in your “New Nevada Employer Welcome Package” or by calling (866) 962-3707.
Learn more about how Gusto calculates the MBT tax.
After a work address in Nevada is assigned to one or more employees, you can add your tax account information:
If you do not have your rate yet, enter the new employer rate for Nevada in Gusto for now. Update the rate once you get it.
Third-party authorization is recommended for the Nevada Department of Employment, Training & Rehabilitation (DETR) – unemployment tax.
This helps us keep your tax information up to date and troubleshoot any tax issues.
Watch the agency's video walkthrough here.
If we already requested access to your account, you can view and approve our pending requests in the “Action Center” tab of your NUI Employer Self Service portal.
If you need help, watch the agency’s video walkthrough.
Gusto helps Nevada customers with the General Modified Business Tax (MBT), but this tax is tricky to calculate and needs a special "reconciliation payroll" at the end of each quarter.
Learn about MBT registration in the registration section above in this article.
If the total taxable wages for a quarter, after subtracting health benefits paid by the employer, are:
Gusto takes out an estimated tax amount from each payroll using the current tax rate.
At the end of the quarter, Gusto:
If more tax was taken out than needed, Gusto will refund the extra money.
The total wages for the quarter (after health care deductions paid by the employer): $101,000
Example rate: 1.17%
Payroll deductions during the quarter (estimated): $1,181.70
Reconciliation payroll calculation: $596.70
Refund to customer: $585
Nevada Department of Taxation MBT resource
For more details, visit the Nevada Department of Taxation's website.
How to find forms in your account
Asterisk info (if applicable)
If a form has a star (*) next to it, it will not show up in your tax documents in Gusto. These forms are usually payment vouchers or other forms (ex. coupons) filed electronically.
You can check if tax payments were made by running an "Agency Payments" report.