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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.
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Most companies in New Hampshire must start paying unemployment insurance tax once they have:
Your business type (general, non-profit, etc) can impact when the company is responsible for paying this tax. We recommend contacting the agency to confirm when the company will be liable.
If you need to run payroll but do not meet the requirements yet, Gusto lets you do so. For now, enter the "new employer rate" for New Hampshire in Gusto. Update the rate once you get your official rate.
You should get your Employer Account Number and unemployment tax rate(s) within 2 weeks after registering online. You can also call the day after registering to get your number sooner.
Register online with New Hampshire Employment Security (NHES).
If you have questions about registration, call the agency at (603) 224-3311.
After a work address in New Hampshire is assigned to one or more employees, you can add your tax account information:
If you do not have your assigned rate yet, enter the new employer rate for New Hampshire in Gusto for now. Update the rate once you get it.
The agency usually sets new rates every July, and they may change quarterly based on different factors. You can check the current list of surcharges or reductions that might be in place. The Tax Rate Chart can also help you find more information about these adjustments.
If you're already registered in the state, you'll need to enter your tax account details in Gusto.
If you still need to register, click the applicable dropdown above in this article.
If you've run payroll in New Hampshire before, you can find your Employer Account Number from the New Hampshire Employment Security (NHES) by:
Only enter the last six unique numbers in Gusto. The six-digit number may include some leading 0's.
The account number may look different based on where you view it:
You’ll find this rate on the "Tax Rate Determination" letter from the NHES. You can also confirm your rate by calling them at (603) 224-3311.
You'll also be assigned an "Administrative Contribution" rate (AC rate) between 0.1% and 0.4%. Enter this rate separately in Gusto.
If you do not have your assigned rate yet, enter the new employer rate for New Hampshire in Gusto for now. Update the rate once you get it.
Unemployment and Administrative Contribution (AC) tax rate changesThe agency usually sets new rates every July, and they may change quarterly based on different factors. You can check the current list of surcharges or reductions that might be in place. The Tax Rate Chart can also help you find more information about these adjustments.
After a work address in New Hampshire is assigned to one or more employees, you can add your tax account information:
If you do not have your assigned rate yet, enter the new employer rate for New Hampshire in Gusto for now. Update the rate once you get it.
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.