Maryland Payroll Guide

There are 2 required tax items you’ll need in order to get setup for payroll.

How to register: 

Central Registration Number

New businesses can register online. Successful registration will generate your Central Registration Number within 5-7 business days. 

Unemployment Insurance Employer Number and Tax Rate

New businesses can register online. You will be able to view your UI Employer Number and Tax Rate online after successfully completing your online registration. 

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

• You can find your Central Registration Number on any previously filed Annual Reconciliation Return (Form MW-508), or you can contact the Comptroller at (800) MD-TAXES
• Your ten-digit Unemployment Insurance Employer Number will be found on any previously filed quarterly report (Form DLLR/DUI 15/16), or you can contact the Department of Labor at (410) 767-2413.
• Your Unemployment Insurance Tax Rate will be found in your online portal.