File Oklahoma Payroll
Taxes in Minutes
Stay compliant with Oklahoma payroll tax requirements, including new hire reporting, Oklahoma income tax withholding, and unemployment insurance taxes.
Form OES-112
Deadline: Within 20 days of hire
Form WTH-10001
Deadline: Apr 20, Jul 20, Oct 20, Jan 20
Form OES-3
Deadline: Apr 30, Jul 31, Oct 31, Jan 31
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Oklahoma Payroll Filing Requirements for New Hire, Withholding, and Unemployment Insurance
Stay compliant with Oklahoma’s payroll tax filing requirements — all in one place.
| Forms | Filing Requirements | Filing Methods | Due Date |
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New Hire Report |
All Oklahoma employers must report newly hired, rehired, or recalled employees. This includes government entities, nonprofits, private businesses, temporary employment agencies, and labor organizations. |
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Within 20 calendar days of the employee's hire, rehire, or start date. |
Quarterly Wage Withholding Tax Return |
Employers withholding Oklahoma income tax from employee wages must file Form WTH-10001 and remit withheld taxes to the Oklahoma Tax Commission. Employers must file even if no wages were paid or no tax was withheld. |
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Employer's Quarterly Contribution Report |
Employers registered for unemployment contributions must file Form OES-3 every quarter. Reports are required even when no wages are paid. |
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Last day of the month following each quarter:
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Information Required to File
Know what information you need to file Oklahoma payroll forms accurately.
What to Report in a New Hire?
- Employee full name, address, SSN, and DOB
- Hire date
- Employer details and FEIN
What to Report on Form WTH-10001?
- Total Oklahoma wages
- Oklahoma income tax withheld
- Employer account number
- Payment amount (for WTH-10004)
What to Report on Form OES-3?
- Employee names, SSNs, and quarterly wages
- Taxable wages
- Contributions due
- Employer OESC account number
How to File Payroll Tax Forms with the State of Oklahoma?
Create a free TaxBandits account and follow these simple steps to e-file your Oklahoma forms efficiently.
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Step 1: Choose the Required Form
Select the type of form you want to file. This includes Form OES-112 new hire reporting, Form WTH-10001 withholding, and quarterly Form OES-3 unemployment insurance reports.
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Step 2: Enter the Required Tax Details
Complete the chosen form with the required information that applies to your business, such as employee wages and contribution data.
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Step 3: Review and Transmit
Review your form and transmit it to the appropriate state agencies through TaxBandits for a secure and approved filing.
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Step 1: Choose the Required Form
Select the type of form you want to file. This includes Form OES-112 new hire reporting, Form WTH-10001 withholding, and quarterly Form OES-3 unemployment insurance reports.
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Step 2: Enter the Required Tax Details
Complete the chosen form with the required information that applies to your business, such as employee wages and contribution data.
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Step 3: Review and Transmit
Review your form and transmit it to the appropriate state agencies through TaxBandits for a secure and approved filing.
Start e-filing with Oklahoma today—TaxBandits makes it quick and easy!
Oklahoma Payroll Tax Filing — Simple, Transparent Pricing
Pay for more than filing—accuracy, right outcome, and peace of mind.
| No of Forms | First Form | Next 3 Forms | 5-25 Forms | 26-50 Forms | 51-100 Forms | 101-500 Forms | 501-1000 Forms |
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| New Hire Reporting | $1 / Employee | ||||||
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Quarterly Wage Withholding Tax Return (WTH-10001) |
$5.95 | $5.25 | $4.75 | $4.25 | $3.75 | $3.25 | $3.00 |
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Employer's Quarterly Contribution Report (OES-3) |
$5.95 | $5.25 | $4.75 | $4.25 | $3.75 | $3.25 | $3.00 |
For high-volume filing, call us at (704) 684-4758 for customized pricing.
Penalties and Corrections for New Hire, Withholding, and Unemployment
Know the penalties and how to correct errors before they impact compliance.
| Form | Penalties | Corrections |
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Form OES-112 |
Oklahoma does not impose a direct monetary penalty for late new hire reporting. However, failure to report can lead to increased exposure to fraudulent unemployment claims, higher unemployment insurance contribution rates, and potential civil penalties under federal child support enforcement laws. |
Corrections to previously submitted new hire reports should be made through the Oklahoma Employer New Hire Reporting Portal. Contact the Oklahoma New Hire Reporting Centre: Phone: 1-866-553-2368 Email: newhires@oesc.ok.gov |
WTH-10001 |
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File an amended return electronically via the OkTAP portal. Pay any additional tax, penalty, and interest. |
Form OES-3 |
Penalties are assessed only if the report is not filed within 15 days after receiving the Notice of Non-Receipt (OES-054):
If you were assessed fines due to unforeseen circumstances, you can request relief by submitting the Interest and Penalty Waiver Request |
File an amended report using Form OES-3B (Employer Quarterly Adjustment Report) through the OESC EZ Tax Express. |
Beyond State Payroll Filing: Simplifying All Your Tax Needs
At TaxBandits, we simplify more than just state payroll filings. From Form 941 to 1099, W-2, and beyond, we make tax filing easier for businesses of all sizes. Our platform streamlines federal and state compliance, saving you time and reducing errors, so you can focus on growing your business.
Frequently Asked Questions
All Oklahoma employers must report newly hired, rehired, or recalled employees to the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission (OESC). This applies to private businesses, nonprofits, government agencies, and temporary staffing companies.
Oklahoma employers must report new hires within 20 calendar days of the employee’s hire or rehire date.
Form WTH-10001 is the Oklahoma Quarterly Wage Withholding Tax Return used by employers to report and remit Oklahoma state income tax withheld from employee wages to the Oklahoma Tax Commission. All employers who withhold Oklahoma income tax must file this form quarterly, even if no wages were paid or no tax was withheld during the quarter.
Oklahoma Form WTH-10001 is due quarterly:
- Q1: April 20
- Q2: July 20
- Q3: October 20
- Q4: January 20
Employers must file even if no wages were paid or no tax was withheld.
Form OES-3 is the Employer's Quarterly Contribution Report used by Oklahoma employers to report wages paid and unemployment insurance (UI) contributions due to the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission. All employers registered for unemployment contributions must file OES-3 quarterly, even if no wages were paid or no contributions are due during the quarter.
Form OES-3 is due on the last day of the month following each quarter:
- Q1: April 30
- Q2: July 31
- Q3: October 31
- Q4: January 31
Reports must be filed even if no wages were paid.
Late filing penalties may include:
- Form WTH-10001: 10% penalty plus 1.25% monthly interest on unpaid tax.
- Form OES-3: Additional penalties and 1% monthly interest may apply.
- Late new hire reporting may increase exposure to fraudulent unemployment claims and higher UI rates.
Yes. If you were assessed penalties on Form OES-3 due to unforeseen circumstances, you can request relief by submitting Form OES-277 (Interest and Penalty Waiver Request) to the OESC. Include documentation explaining the circumstances that prevented timely filing and payment. The OESC will review your request and may grant partial or full relief depending on the situation.
Yes. Employers can file amended returns or adjustment reports to correct payroll tax filings:
- WTH-10001 corrections are made through the OkTAP portal.
- OES-3 corrections are filed using Form OES-3B.
- New hire corrections can be updated through the Oklahoma New Hire Reporting Portal.
Yes. Businesses located outside Oklahoma must file Oklahoma payroll taxes if they have employees working in the state.
TaxBandits helps employers securely e-file Oklahoma new hire reports, Form WTH-10001 withholding returns, and Form OES-3 unemployment reports while tracking deadlines and reducing filing errors.
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