Saginaw, MI Payroll Tax Registration

Nov 13, 2025

If you are an employer in Saginaw, 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 Saginaw

Saginaw, 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 Saginaw. Businesses must register with the city if the tax is applicable.

  1. Complete Employer's Withholding Registration Online

    Create a City of Saginaw Employer Account to complete withholding registration online.

  2. Activate Your Tax Account Online

    After registering your business with the Income Tax Department, you will receive a PIN. Visit the Income Tax Department's Employer Withholding Tool and use the PIN to activate your withholding tax account.

  3. Submit Your Registration

    Mail your completed registration package to the Income Tax Office.

Documents and Resources

Saginaw, MI Payroll Registration Agencies

Use Mosey to register for payroll accounts in Saginaw.

Register for payroll taxes with the state of Michigan

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