An employer that pays wages or other compensation to employees for services performed within MN State is required to withhold Minnesota income taxes from employees' wages.
MN state tax withholding is no longer based on tax filing status and allowances. Recipients may request the default rate of 6.25%, no withholding, or a specified percentage or dollar amount.
You and any subcontractors must submit a Contractor Affidavit (Form IC134) to the Minnesota Department of Revenue to verify you met state withholding requirements. When to Submit a Contractor Affidavit +
To make Minnesota Withholding tax payments, you must be registered with the Minnesota Department of Revenue (DOR) and have a Minnesota Withholding Tax ID Number. You can register with the DOR and obtain a tax ID by visiting the Minnesota Department of Revenue Business Tax Registration page.
Option 1 – Default Tax Withholding Minnesota State - 6.25% (MN residents only. If you are a non-Minnesota resident, contact your state for tax withholding requirements.).
You may claim exempt from Minnesota withholding if at least one of these apply: You meet the requirements and claim exempt from federal withholding. You had no Minnesota income tax liability last year, received a refund of all Minnesota income tax withheld, and do not expect to owe state income tax this year.