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How to file your quarterly tax and wage report

Every employer in Washington needs to file tax and wage reports for unemployment insurance each quarter.

Importing wage files in the Employer Account Management System (EAMS)

Employers use EAMS to file quarterly tax and wage reports. Instead of entering data manually, use the EAMS import feature to report wages for one employer at a time.

Bulk filing in Employer Account Management Services (EAMS)

For business owners or employer agents who prepare quarterly reports for many clients and submit them in a single file. Use bulk filing to submit and amend reports, and pay taxes.

How to request access to locked services in the Employer Account Management System (EAMS)

Business owners and employer agents: You do not need locked services to file unemployment quarterly tax and wage reports or to pay taxes. But you need locked services to complete certain tasks online.

Independent contractors

A common mistake employers make when filing tax reports is misclassifying employees as independent contractors. Learn how to determine a worker’s status.

Unemployment coverage for corporate officers

Corporate officers have specific requirements to be eligible for unemployment benefits. Learn the eligibility rules for corporate officers and how to request voluntary coverage.

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