South Carolina Tax Setup Guide
- Last updated on February 8, 2024 at 10:40 PM
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 3 required tax items you’ll need in order to get setup for payroll.
| Requirement | Format | Agency |
|---|---|---|
Withholding File Number | XXXXXXXX-X (9 digits) | |
UI Account Number | XXXXXX (6 digits) or XXXXXXXX (8 digits) | |
| Total Tax Rate | X.XX% | South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce |
How to Register:
Withholding File Number
New businesses can register online. Successful registration will generate your Withholding File Number within 24 hours.
Unemployment Insurance Account Number
New Businesses can register online. You will receive your Unemployment Insurance Account Number within 2-3 weeks.
How to locate these numbers if you’re already registered:
Locate your Withholding File Number on any notices received from the SC Department of Revenue. If you have any questions, reach out to the agency at (844) 898-8542, option 4.
Find your UI Account Number on notices received from the Department of Employment and Workforce. If you have any questions, contact the agency at (803) 737-2400, option 3.
Your Total Tax Rate is the combination of your Unemployment Insurance Tax Rate and the Departmental Administrative Contingency Assessment (DACA).
You can find your Total Tax Rate on the notice mailed by the Department of Employment and Workforce. If you have any questions, contact the agency at (803) 737-2400, option 3.