USA State Payroll Rates + Resources: State of New Jersey: Obtaining a TIN + Unemployment Insurance
Purpose
The purpose of this documentation is to outline the processes and requirements associated with becoming a new employer in the state of New Jersey. Specifically, we will be covering how to obtain a Tax Identification Number and Register for Unemployment Insurance.
Good to Know!
Federal Employer requirements (obtaining a federal identification number, withholding of federal income tax, FICA, and filing of all applicable federal returns (FUTA, 940, 941, and 1099-C) will not be covered below - just the state of New Jersey's requirements. Click here for a basic (not all-inclusive) IRS checklist for Starting a New Business.
Tax Identification Number
In the state of New Jersey, your federal employer identification number (FEIN) serves as your tax identification number (TIN) and must be obtained from the IRS.
Register for Unemployment Tax Account Number
If you are doing business in New Jersey, you must register for tax purposes by completing Form NJ-REG. This form may be completed on paper and mailed to:
Client Registration
PO Box 252
Trenton NJ 08646-0252
Or, you can complete it online via the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services. From this site, click the Get Started button.
Once you have registered, your business will receive forms, returns, instructions, certificates, and other information required for on-going compliance with New Jersey State taxes. Many of the filings for the business can be completed online.