How do I register for Vermont payroll taxes?

Registering for Vermont Payroll Tax Account Numbers

Vermont requires employers to register with the Department of Taxes and Department of Labor.

Department of Taxes Account Number

• Register online
• Format: 8 digits (WHT99999999)
• To find an existing account number, call: (802) 828-2551

Department of Labor Employer Number

• Register online
• Format: 7 digits (999 9999)
• To find an existing account number, call: (802) 828-4344

Vermont Payroll Taxes

Payroll Tax Rates

The Department of Labor will assign your unemployment insurance tax rate. New employers generally have an initial rate of 1%.

Payroll Tax Deposit Schedules

All unemployment taxes are deposited quarterly.

The Department of Taxes will assign your withholding deposit schedule. Generally, your deposit schedule will match your Federal withholding deposit schedule.