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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.
The agency suggests employers get a Withholding Account Number at least one month before their first tax payment is due. Keep this in mind when planning your first payroll in North Dakota.
After a work address in North Dakota is assigned to one or more employees, you can add your tax account information:
Most companies in North Dakota must start paying unemployment insurance tax once they have:
If you need to run payroll but do not yet meet the requirements, Gusto lets you enter the new employer rate for your state temporarily. Update the rate once you get it.
You can check if you're liable and register on Job Service North Dakota's Unemployment tax system. Use the agency's employer's guide.
You'll get your Employer Account Number two to three weeks after registering online.
After a work address in North Dakota is assigned to one or more employees, you can add your tax account information:
If you edit a tax account number after payments or filings have already been made, there may be tax implications. Learn how to pull reports in Gusto that can help you correct any historical tax issues related to tax account number updates.
If you've already registered in the state, you'll need to enter your tax account details in Gusto.
You need to be registered with one or more of the agencies listed below so that Gusto can file and pay your taxes for you.
If you still need to register, click the applicable dropdown above in this article.
If you've run payroll in North Dakota before, find your Withholding Account Number by:
If you've run payroll in North Dakota before, find your Employer Account Number (EAN) by:
Get your unemployment contribution rate from the "Tax Notice" Job Service North Dakota sent.
If you do not know your rate, call them at (701) 328-2814.
If you do not have your rate yet, enter the new employer rate for North Dakota in Gusto for now. Update the rate once you get it.
After a work address in North Dakota is assigned to one or more employees, you can add your tax account information:
If you edit a tax account number after payments or filings have already been made, there may be tax implications. Learn how to pull reports in Gusto that can help you correct any historical tax issues related to tax account number updates.
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.