📝 Overview
This guide covers state tax information for employers running payroll in Georgia. Use the sections below to find agency contact information, supported tax filings, and the account details required for tax setup.
⚙️ Georgia Tax Information
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Agency Information
Website: Georgia Department of Revenue
Phone: (877) 423-6711, Option 3
Supported Tax Filings
Quarterly Return for Semi-weekly Payer (G-7)
Quarterly Return for Monthly Payer (G-7 M)
Quarterly Return for Quarterly Payer (G-7 Q)
Income Statement Return and Georgia W-2s (G-1003)
Wage & Tax Statement (W-2)
Required for Tax Setup
Withholding Tax Account Number (9 digits, e.g., 1234567-AB)
Filing Frequency (Semi-weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, or Annually)
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Agency Information
Website: Georgia Department of Labor
Phone: (855) 436-7365
Supported Tax Filings
Employer's Quarterly Tax and Wage Report (DOL-4N)
Required for Tax Setup
DOL Account Number (8 digits, e.g., 123456-78)
Contribution Rate (X.XX%)
Administrative Assessment Rate (0.00% or 0.06%)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Find answers to common questions or additional details that may not be covered in the main instructions.
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Where do I find my Georgia withholding account number?
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Your Georgia withholding account number is assigned by the Georgia Department of Revenue when you register. It is a 9-digit number formatted as 1234567-AB and can be found on correspondence from the agency or by logging into your Georgia Tax Center account.
What is the Georgia Administrative Assessment Rate and do I need it?
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The Administrative Assessment is an additional component of your Georgia unemployment insurance rate, set at either 0.00% or 0.06%. Your assigned rate will be included in your annual rate notice from the Georgia Department of Labor. You will need this rate along with your Contribution Rate during tax setup.
How do I determine my Georgia withholding filing frequency?
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Your filing frequency (Semi-weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, or Annually) is determined by the amount of withholding tax you remit. The Georgia Department of Revenue assigns your frequency when you register. If you are unsure, log into your Georgia Tax Center account or contact the agency at (877) 423-6711, Option 3.