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Utah Payroll Guide

State tax information for employers running payroll in Utah, including agency contacts, supported filings, and account setup requirements for withholding and unemployment insurance.

Written by Kate Biel

πŸ“ Overview

This guide covers state tax information for employers running payroll in Utah. Use the sections below to find agency contact information, supported tax filings, and the account details required for tax setup.


βš™οΈ Utah Tax Information

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Agency Information

Website: Utah State Tax Commission
Phone: (801) 297-2200

New employers: Register here
Registered employers: Access account here

Supported Tax Filings

  • Utah Withholding Return (TC-941E)

Required for Tax Setup

  1. Withholding Account Number (11 digits plus WTH suffix, e.g., 12345678912WTH)

  2. Filing Frequency (Monthly, Quarterly, or Annually)

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Agency Information

Website: Utah Department of Workforce Services
Phone: (800) 222-2857

New employers: Register here
Registered employers: Access account here

Supported Tax Filings

  • Employer's Quarterly Wage List and Contribution Report

Required for Tax Setup

  1. Unemployment Account Number (8 digits, e.g., C1-234567-8)

  2. Unemployment 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 Utah withholding account number?

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Your Utah Withholding Account Number is an 11-digit number followed by the suffix "WTH" (e.g., 12345678912WTH). It is assigned by the Utah State Tax Commission when you register and can be found on agency correspondence or by logging into your Utah TAP account.

Where do I find my Utah UI account number and tax rate?

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Your UI account number and tax rate are assigned by the Utah Department of Workforce Services when you register. Your rate is included in an annual rate notice. If you need to look these up, log into your Utah DWS employer account or contact the agency at (800) 222-2857.

Does Utah withholding use the same portal for new registration and ongoing access?

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No. New employer registration for Utah withholding uses a separate registration page, while ongoing account access is through the Utah TAP portal at tap.tax.utah.gov. For unemployment insurance, new employer registration and account access use different entry points on the Utah DWS portal.

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