Kansas Tax Setup Guide

Welcome to our State Tax Setup Guide, an essential resource designed for employers navigating the complexities of payroll tax compliance. With each state's unique rules and regulations, managing state tax requirements can be daunting. Our guide simplifies this process, providing three core components: State-Specific Requirements, Registration Assistance, and Account Number and Rate Retrieval. It is crucial to remember that state tax regulations are subject to change.

Required Tax Items:

There are 4 required tax items you’ll need in order to get setup for payroll. 

How to register:

Withholding Account Number
New businesses can register online. Successful registration will generate your withholding account number immediately. Contact the agency within 3-5 business days to receive your filing frequency; they can be reached at (785) 368-8222.

Unemployment Insurance Number
New businesses can register here. After successful registration, you will receive your account number immediately. 

How to locate these numbers if you’re already registered:

• Your Withholding Account Number will be on any previous Form KW-5, as well as on any form or notice from the Department of Revenue.

• The Department of Revenue will mail your filing frequency notice at the beginning of the year.

• Your UI Account Number will be listed on any notice you have received from the Department of Labor. 

• The Department of Labor will provide your Contribution Rate on the Experience Rating Notice.  

• Questions for the Department of Labor can be answered by calling (800) 292-6333.

• Questions for the Department of Revenue can be answered by calling (785) 368-8222.