This guide provides essential information on registering, managing, and troubleshooting both State Income Tax (SIT) and State Unemployment Insurance (SUI) accounts in Arkansas.
State: Arkansas (AR)
SIT (State Income Tax):
- Filing Frequency: Monthly
- New Employer Rate: Not Applicable (N/A)
- ID # Format: 99999999WHW
- Phone #: (501) 682-7290
- New Registration Estimated Processing Time: 7-10 business days
- Delivery Method: Mail
SUI (State Unemployment Insurance):
- Portal Link: Arkansas Division of Workforce Services Portal
- Filing Frequency: Quarterly
- New Employer Rate: 3.10%
- ID # Format: 000999999
- Phone #: (501) 682-3798
- New Registration Estimated Processing Time: Immediate
- Delivery Method: Online
Registration Process:
SIT Registration:
- Registration Link: ATAP - New Business Registration (arkansas.gov)
SUI Registration:
- Registration Link: UI Employer Services - AR Division of Workforce Services
Power of Attorney (POA):
SIT POA Required:
- Yes: You will receive instructions during your payroll onboarding process
SUI POA Required:
- Yes: You will receive instructions during your payroll onboarding process
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Third-Party Administrator (TPA):
TPA Required for SIT:
- Yes, managed through the ATAP system.
TPA Required for SUI:
- Yes, available via the Arkansas Taxpayer Access Point (ATAP).
Recovery Process:
SIT Recovery:
- Account Recovery Guide: Refer to https://portal.arkansas.gov/help-center/
- Contact Information: Call (501) 682-7290 for assistance.
SUI Recovery:
- Account Recovery Guide: Refer to the Arkansas Department of Workforce Services for steps.
- Contact Information: For further assistance, access the Division of Workforce Services portal.
Update Company Information:
SIT Updates:
- To update your company’s information (name, address, phone number, etc.), log in to the ATAP Portal.
SUI Updates:
- To update your company details, log in to the Arkansas Division of Workforce Services’ EZ Tax Filing system. Follow the prompts to update the necessary information.
State taxes and forms we file
- Arkansas Annual W/H Reconciliation (AR 3MAR)
- State of Arkansas Monthly W/H Report (AR 941M)*
- Wage and Tax Statement (State W2)
- AR New Hire Report
- Arkansas Quarterly Contribution Report (AR DWS-ARK-209B)
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Disclaimer:
This article is not to be taken as tax, legal, benefits, financial, or HR advice. Since rules and regulations change over time and can vary by location, consult a lawyer or HR expert for specific guidance.
Information updated as of Oct 01, 2024