Portland, MI Payroll Tax Registration

If you are an employer in Portland, Michigan, 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 Portland

Portland, Michigan Local City Income Tax Setup for LLP, LLC, Corporation

Employers must withhold City Income Tax from their employees' salaries, bonuses, wages, commissions, and other compensations for any employee working from the City of Portland. Businesses must register with the city if the tax is applicable.

1. Fill out the Registration Form
   

   Download and complete the employer registration form.

2. Submit Your Registration
   

   Mail your completed registration package to the Income Tax Department.

3. Activate Your Tax Account Online
   

   Visit the Portland Income Tax Office’s Employer Withholding Tool to sign up for an online withholding account.

Documents and Resources

• City of Portland Income Tax Office - City of Portland, Michigan
• City Income Tax Act, Withholding of Tax by Employer (MI Comp L § 141.651) - Michigan Legislature

Portland, MI Payroll Registration Agencies

• City of Portland, MI Income Tax Office

Register for payroll taxes with the state of Michigan

• Michigan Payroll Tax Registration