Employer’s Guide FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about the California Employer’s Guide, which helps you understand your rights and responsibilities as an employer.
Go to Annual Mailing Preference and submit a request to receive an annual mailing
No. An employer who has an agent, CPA, or similar representation will not currently receive an annual paper copy. However, you can request a paper copy from our Online Forms and Publications.
Yes. If you have requested a paper copy, you can change your preference at any time by selecting Annual Mailing Preference and submitting your request.
Note: Changes made after October may not start immediately because of our annual mailing cycles.
No, the California Withholding Schedules are published and made available online every December.
No, the annual mailing is restricted to one paper copy to the address you provided us. If you need additional paper copies, you can order them through Online Forms and Publications.
The guide will be mailed to the address you provided us on your account. You can update your account and change your address in one of two ways:
- Access your account through our e-Services for Business.
- Complete and mail the Commercial Employer Account Registration and Update Form (DE 1).
e-Services for Business
Stay Up-to-Date
- Check Required Filings and Due Dates
- Find Payroll Tax Seminars
- Visit Employer News and Updates
- Get EDD email notices
- Get Forms and Publications
Contact Us
If you have questions, Contact Payroll Taxes. You can also contact the Taxpayer Assistance Center at 1-888-745-3886 or visit your local Employment Tax Office.