Can I "try out" an employee before I put them on payroll?
Any payment for services is reportable to the VEC.
I am a new employer, but I acquired a business. How is my tax rate calculated?
The history and tax rate of the prior business transfers to you, unless you waive that transfer within 60 days of the date of acquisition
How are experience rates calculated?
Existing employers can receive a base tax rate, calculated on their particular account history, if they have wages for a minimum of 12 months for t
What factors determine my tax rate?
Employers receive a Base Tax Rate, dependent on their account history and circumstances, plus across-the-board charges that are applied to all empl
How are tax rates assigned?
Base tax rates normally vary from a minimum of .1% up to a maximum of 6.2%.
How do I make my tax payment if I forgot to include payment when I filed?
If you filed without including the tax due payment, use ESS to make a paym
Is there any penalty for filing my quarterly report late? And what if the due data falls on a weekend of holiday?
Virginia law imposes a penalty for failure to file an Employer’s quarterly report in a timely manner, and reports must be retained to be reviewed b
How do I calculate excess wages as needed for line B2 on the quarterly tax report?
The first $8,000 in wages is taxable.
How often do I need to certify weekly benefits?
You must file your weekly certification every 7 days until you return to work.
When will I get paid after filing an initial claim for benefits?
Claimants are generally paid within 21 days of filing for benefits.
