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Florida Tax Filing - New Hire Report and Form RT-6

Stay informed about Florida tax filing with everything you need to know about Form RT-6 and new hire reporting, including filing requirements, deadlines, and employer responsibilities.

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Things You Need Before Getting Started With Florida Tax Filing

Three things to complete before you start filing Florida New Hire Reporting and Form RT-6.

01

Register Your Business

Complete your business registration with the appropriate Florida authorities before filing employer tax forms.

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02

Get Your Federal EIN

Obtain a Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) required for payroll and employer tax reporting.

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03

Obtain State Account Number

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Florida New Hire Reporting and Reemployment Tax

Whether you're reporting employee wages or a new hire, find the key filing information and requirements you need—all in one place.

Florida New Hire Report

Report within 20 days of hire or rehire

Filing Requirement

  • All Florida employers, including private, government, and nonprofit organizations, must report newly hired, rehired, or recalled employees.
  • Independent contractors must also be reported if they are paid $600 or more in a calendar year for services provided in the course of business.

Information Required

Before submitting a new hire report, ensure you have the following details ready:

  • Employee’s full legal name
  • Employee’s physical address
  • Social Security Number (SSN) or ITIN
  • Date of hire (first day of work)
  • Employer name, business address, and FEIN
  • Employer contact details

Filing Method

  • Online (Recommended) - Employers can submit the reports through the Florida Child Support Services for Employers Portal.

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  • You can also submit Florida New Hire Reports by mail or fax it to the appropriate state agency. Learn More

Filing Deadline

Reports must be submitted within 20 days of the employee’s hire, rehire, or recall date.

Florida Form RT-6

Due date: Apr 30, July 31, Oct 31, Jan 31

Filing Requirement

  • Employers liable for reemployment tax must file Form RT-6 (Employer’s Quarterly Report), even if no wages were paid or no tax is due.
  • The report includes employee wage information and applies the state’s annual taxable wage limit of $7,000 per employee.

Information Required

Before filing your Florida Form RT-6, make sure you have the following information ready:

  • Employer reemployment tax account number
  • Total gross wages paid during the reporting quarter
  • Taxable wages (up to $7,000 per employee annually)
  • Number of covered employees for the quarter
  • Employee details, including name, SSN, gross wages, and taxable wages
  • Total reemployment tax due, if applicable

Filing Method

  • Online (Recommended) - Required for employers with 10 or more employees in any quarter of the previous state fiscal year (July 1–June 30).

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  • You can also file by paper by completing Form RT-6 and mailing it to the appropriate state agency. Learn More

Filing Deadline

Florida Form RT-6 is generally due on the last day of the month following the end of each calendar quarter.

  • Q1: April 30
  • Q3: October 31
  • Q2: July 31
  • Q4: January 31

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How to Complete Florida Tax Filing

Follow simple steps to complete Florida new hire reporting and Florida Form RT-6.

Florida New Hire Report
  1. 1

    Select new hire report

    Choose the Florida New Hire Report form to begin the filing process.

  2. 2

    Enter employer information

    Provide the employer details, such as business name, FEIN, address, and other relevant information.

  3. 3

    Enter reporting information

    Report employee or independent contractor details, including name, SSN/ITIN, address, and hire or start date.

  4. 4

    Review and transmit

    Review all entered information carefully and transmit the report to the respective state agency.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Florida New Hire Report

When is the due date to report a new hire in Florida? ▾

Florida employers must report all newly hired and rehired employees within 20 days of the employee's hire or rehire date.

Although Florida does not impose a specific penalty for late reporting in all cases, submitting the new hire report as soon as possible helps maintain compliance and avoid potential enforcement issues.

Can I submit a Florida New Hire Report by fax or mail? ▾

Yes. In addition to online submission, Florida New Hire Reports may also be submitted by fax or mail.

  • Fax: Completed forms can be sent directly to (888) 854-4762 for processing.
  • Mail: Reports may also be mailed to the following address:

Mailing Address

Florida New Hire Reporting Center,
PO Box 6500,
Tallahassee, FL 32314-6500

How do I correct a previously submitted Florida New Hire Report? ▾

If a New Hire Report contains incorrect information, submit the corrected details as soon as possible.

Steps to correct the Florida new hire report

  • Resubmit the corrected employee information through the Florida New Hire Reporting online system.
  • If you need assistance, contact the Florida New Hire Reporting Center for help with correcting your submission.
What happens if I submit a Florida New Hire Report after the deadline? ▾

Employers are required to report newly hired or rehired employees within 20 days of the hire date.

Late submission

  • Florida does not specify a standard monetary penalty for late New Hire Reports.
  • However, employers are still expected to comply with the 20-day reporting requirement.
  • Submitting reports on time helps maintain compliance and supports timely child support enforcement.
Can I amend a New Hire Report if I submitted incorrect employee details? ▾

Yes. If incorrect information was submitted in a New Hire Report, you should resubmit the corrected record through the online reporting system or contact the Florida New Hire Reporting Center for assistance in updating or removing duplicate entries.

Florida Form RT-6

Where can I mail Florida Form RT-6? ▾

If you are not required to file electronically, you may submit a paper return. Include any required attachments and mail it with payment, if tax is due.

Paper Filing Requirements

  • Complete Form RT-6 with accurate employer and wage information.
  • Include any required supporting documents.
  • Enclose payment if reemployment tax is due.

Mailing Address

Florida Department of Revenue
5050 W. Tennessee Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0180

Note: Employers with 10 or more employees in any quarter of the previous state fiscal year (July 1–June 30) must file electronically.

Do I need to file RT-6 if I had seasonal or temporary employees only? ▾

Yes. Even if you only employ seasonal, temporary, or part-time workers, you are still required to file Form RT-6 if wages were paid during the quarter. The filing requirement applies regardless of employee type or duration of employment.

When is the due date to file Florida Form RT-6? ▾

Florida Form RT-6 must be filed quarterly by the following due dates:

  • Quarter 1: April 30
  • Quarter 2: July 31
  • Quarter 3: October 31
  • Quarter 4: January 31

If a due date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, the filing deadline is extended to the next business day.

How do I correct a previously filed Form RT-6? ▾

If you discover an error in a previously filed Form RT-6, you can submit a correction using Form RT-8A (Correction to Employer's Quarterly Report).

Steps to correct the errors:

  • Use Form RT-8A to report the corrected wage or tax information.
  • If you originally filed electronically, submit the correction through the Florida Department of Revenue's File & Pay portal.
  • If you are not required to file electronically, complete Form RT-8A and mail it to the Florida Department of Revenue.
  • Include payment if the correction results in additional reemployment tax due.
What happens if I file Form RT-6 after the deadline? ▾

Late filing of Form RT-6 may result in penalties.

Late filing penalty

  • A penalty of $25 is charged for every 30 days (or part of 30 days) the return remains late.
  • The penalty begins the day after the filing due date.

Electronic filing penalty

If you are required to file electronically but submit a paper return instead:

  • A $25 penalty applies, plus $1 per employee, up to a maximum of $300.
  • Additional penalties may apply if payment is not made electronically when required.

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