📝 Overview
This guide covers state tax information for employers running payroll in Rhode Island. Use the sections below to find agency contact information, supported tax filings, and the account details required for tax setup.
⚙️ Rhode Island Tax Information
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Agency Information
Website: Rhode Island Division of Taxation
Phone: (401) 574-8829
Supported Tax Filings
Employer's Quarterly Tax Return & Reconciliation for Withholding (RI-941)
Annual Reconciliation of Personal Income Tax Withheld W-2 Summary (RI W-3)
Required for Tax Setup
Withholding Account Number (11 digits, e.g., 123456789 12)
Filing Frequency (Weekly, Monthly, or Quarterly)
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Agency Information
Website: Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training
Phone: (401) 574-8700
Supported Tax Filings
Quarterly Tax & Wage Report (TX-17)
Required for Tax Setup
Unemployment Account Number (10 digits, e.g., 1234567891)
Unemployment Insurance Base Tax Rate (X.X%)
❓ 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 Rhode Island withholding account number?
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Your Rhode Island Withholding Account Number is an 11-digit number formatted as 123456789 12. It is assigned by the Rhode Island Division of Taxation when you register and can be found on agency correspondence or by logging into the RI Business Application and Registration portal.
How do I find my Rhode Island UI account number and base tax rate?
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Your UI account number and base tax rate are assigned by the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training when you register. Your rate is included in an annual rate notice. If you need to look these up, log into the RI DLT employer portal or contact the agency at (401) 574-8700.
Are Rhode Island withholding and UI registration handled through the same portal?
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No. Withholding registration and account access are managed through the Rhode Island Division of Taxation's Business Application and Registration portal at ri.gov. Unemployment Insurance registration and access are managed through the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training at dlt.ri.gov.