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Register your business in Hawaii by following essential tax and insurance steps outlined here.

Hawaii New Business Registration Guide

Taxes You Must Register For

If you’re starting a business with employees in Hawaii, you are required to register for:

  1. State Withholding Income Tax
  1. State Unemployment Insurance (UI) Tax
  1. State Disability Insurance (SDI) / Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI)

➤ State Withholding Income Tax

Tax Agency: Hawaii Department of Taxation (DOTAX)

Registration Portal: Hawaii Tax Online

Registration Steps

Step 1: Create an Online Account

  1. Visit: https://hbe.ehawaii.gov/BizEx/login-s.eb
  1. Click “Create an account” under the login section
  1. Provide your email, create a username and password
  1. Confirm setup via the email sent to you

Step 2: Register for Withholding Tax Account

  1. Go to: https://hitax.hawaii.gov/_/#1
  1. Click “Register New Business License”
  1. Choose Form BB-1 (Business Application)
  1. Select your business type and fill out all required fields
  1. Under “Account Selection,” choose Employer’s Withholding
  1. Complete and submit your application

📄 Account Format

  • Hawaii Withholding Tax Account Format: 8 digits (e.g., W1234567)

➡️ Update your payroll account with your Hawaii Withholding Tax Account Number

➤ State Unemployment Insurance (UI) Tax

Tax Agency: Hawaii Department of Labor & Industrial Relations (DLIR)

Registration Portal: https://huiclaims.hawaii.gov/#/

Registration Steps

Step 1: Register for a UI Account Number

  1. Go to: https://labor.hawaii.gov/ui/
  1. Select “Employer Registration” → “Register for UI Account Number”
  1. Review the “Before You Start” checklist
  1. Enter your FEIN and email address
  1. Complete the full registration and submit

Step 2: Create a Username and Password

  1. Visit: https://labor.hawaii.gov/ui/
  1. Click “Create Online Profile”
  1. Follow the instructions and continue to profile setup
  1. Reference this guide for help: Profile Setup PDF

📄 Account Format

  • Hawaii UI Account Format: 8-digit numeric (e.g., 12345678)

➡️ Update your payroll account with your Hawaii UI Account Number

Granting TPA Access to Check

Once your UI account is active:

  1. Log in at: https://huiclaims.hawaii.gov/#/
  1. Click “Employer Services”
  1. Go to “User Management”
  1. Locate Check’s request with a “Service Company” role
  1. Click “Approve” under the Actions column

➤ Hawaii State Disability Insurance (SDI / TDI)

Tax Agency: Hawaii Disability Compensation Division

Registration Steps

Step 1: Obtain a TDI Policy

  1. Visit: Authorized TDI Carriers List (PDF)
  1. Choose a licensed carrier and purchase a policy
  1. The carrier will issue a certificate confirming coverage

📄 Account Format

  • TDI Account Format: Typically a policy or certificate number from your carrier (varies by provider)

➡️ Update your payroll account with your Hawaii TDI policy/account number

Need Help?

  • Withholding (DOTAX): (808) 587-4242
  • eHawaii.gov Support: help@ehawaii.gov | (808) 695-4620
  • UI (DLIR): (808) 586-8842
  • TDI Division: (808) 586-9188
    • Email: dlir.tempdisabilityins@hawaii.gov or dlir.prepaidhealthcare@hawaii.gov

⚠️ Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only. Please consult a qualified tax advisor or legal professional for specific advice.

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Last updated on May 18, 2025

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