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Quarterly reports

All employers must file two tax and wage reports every quarter. Learn how to file your reports and what information to include.

Unemployment taxes

Learn about unemployment taxes that employers pay in Washington. How to pay, how to avoid penalties, how to dispute a tax rate, and more.

What to expect during an audit

Audits show us if employers are following unemployment laws and rules. Learn how we conduct employer audits and what to expect if we audit your business.

When a worker files for unemployment

We decide to allow or deny benefits based on information employers and claimants provide us. Employers may need to submit supporting documents or details to help us review the worker’s eligibility, including information about their employment.

Layoffs and employee notifications

Find resources to help you prevent layoffs, support employees during an unavoidable layoff and understand the notification requirements for mass layoffs.

Employee records you need to keep

Employers: Learn what employee records you need to keep and for how long.