Overview: When starting a business with employees in Georgia, you must register for both State Income Withholding Tax through the Department of Revenue (DOR) and State Unemployment Insurance (SUI) Tax through the Department of Labor (GDOL). These registrations ensure compliance with Georgia’s payroll tax requirements.
Important! This guide does not constitute legal or tax advice. You can consult a CPA or attorney for official guidance.
Taxes You Must Register For:
Georgia State Income Withholding Tax
Tax Agency: Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR)
Registration Steps
Visit the Georgia Tax Center
Click “Register a New Georgia Business”
Complete the application to register for a Withholding Tax Account
Submit the form online
⏱ Processing Time: Within 15 minutes, you will receive an email with your:
Withholding Tax Account Number
Deposit frequency
Account Format
Format:
#######-XX(Seven digits followed by two letters)
Update your Buddy Punch account with your Georgia Withholding Tax Account Number.
Georgia State Unemployment Insurance (SUI) Tax
Tax Agency: Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL)
Registration Steps
Option 1: Online (Recommended)
Complete the registration application
Once submitted, you’ll be issued your SUI Account Number
Option 2: Paper Application
Download Form DOL-1N
Complete electronically and print
Submit by mail
⏱ Paper processing time: Up to 30 days. Account details are mailed to the business address on record.
Account Format
Format:
######-##(Eight-digit number)
Final Step
Once both accounts are issued, update your Buddy Punch Payroll account with:
Georgia Withholding Tax Account Number
Georgia SUI Account Number
These are required for accurate payroll tax filings in Georgia.
Need Help?
Georgia Tax Center (Withholding):
GTC Help Desk: 1-877-423-6711
Website: https://dor.georgia.gov/
Georgia Department of Labor (UI):
Employer Services: 1-877-709-8185
Website: https://dol.georgia.gov/employers