Steps to Create an NCSUITS Account if You Have an ID Number

  1. Click on Create an Online Account.
  2. Choose I am a Business/Agent/Third-Party user, requiring DES claim/tax services for businesses.
  3. Check the box next to I’m not a robot and then click Next.
  4. Enter your ten-digit Employer or Agent ID Number (ID Number) two times.  
  5. Enter the PIN for your Employer/Agent ID Number.
    • If you do not have a PIN call 866-278-3822 for assistance.
  6. Create your Sign In username and password.
  7. Add your valid email address.  
  8. Check your email for instructions on how to activate your NCSUITS account.
  9. In the email, click on the link and use the username and password you created in Step 6 to sign in to your NCSUITS account.

NOTE: You do not need to create an online account if you have a username and password from the legacy system. You will use your existing login credentials to access NCSUITS. If you already have an Employer or Agent ID number but do not have a username and password for NCSUITS, you need to create an NCSUITS account.

If You Do NOT Have an ID Number

Employers and Agents must have an Employer or Agent ID Number to create an NCSUITS account. You can get an ID Number when you make your NCSUITS account. Follow the instructions below to get an ID Number and create your NCSUITS account.

  1. Click on Create an Online Account.
  2. Choose I am a Business/Agent/Third-Party user, requiring DES claim/tax services for businesses.
  3. Check the box next to I’m not a robot. Then, click Next.
  4. Check the box next to one of these options:
    • I am an Agent/Third-Party Administrator working on behalf of an employer and do not have an ID Number for my agency. (NOTE: This is NOT for employees of an employer. If you are an employee, choose the second option.)
    • I am an Employer that does not have an Employer ID Number. (If you are an employee or employer acting for your organization, choose this option.)
  5. Fill in all required fields on the next screen.
  6. Check your email for instructions on how to activate your NCSUITS account.
  7. Follow the steps to get your ID number.

Forgot your ID Number Password?

  • If you have an ID Number but do not remember your username and/or password, do not apply for another ID number. Sign in by entering your username. Then, choose Forgot Password.
  • If you do not remember your username, choose Forgot Username. An email will be sent to the email you provided.

Liability and Tax Rate Information for New Employers

Based on the information provided on your application for an Employer Tax Account Number, you will receive a letter with your Liability Date and Tax Rate Information.

Employer Tax Rate Information

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