Bessemer, AL Payroll Tax Registration

Oct 1, 2025

If you are an employer in Bessemer, Alabama, it is important to be aware of the local payroll tax requirements for businesses operating in the city. These requirements may include registering your business with the city and withholding a certain percentage of your employees' wages for local taxes.

How to Register for Payroll Tax in Bessemer

Bessemer, Alabama Local Business Registration for LLP, Corporation, LLC

Businesses must obtain a Bessemer business license prior to commencing business activity.

  1. File Business Registration Form

    Register your business with the City of Bessemer by completing the Business License Registration.

  2. Submit Registration Form

    Mail the completed Registration Form to the City of Bessemer-Revenue Office.

Documents and Resources

Use Mosey to register for payroll accounts in Bessemer.

Register for payroll taxes with the state of Alabama

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