NCSUITS

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What is NCSUITS?

NCSUITS – the North Carolina State Unemployment Insurance Tax System – is a new, modernized system to administer North Carolina’s unemployment insurance tax program. NCSUITS launched November 13, 2023. NCSUITS is a robust, cloud-based solution that replaces DES’s decades-old tax mainframe and remote filing systems. The new system is designed to be easier to use with more convenient self-service options.

What are the new features?

New features will reduce paper mailings and manual processes to ensure more timely and efficient service. The full list can be found on the NCSUITS Frequently Asked Questions. Some of the new features for employers are:

  • Ability to report out-of-state wages;
  • Ability to provide multiple contacts and contact types for easier access to DES communications; and
  • Ability to request a penalty waiver.

View the Latest NCSUITS Webinars

Uploading Wage Reports Using the CSV File Format

Creating a Payment Allocation File for ACH Payments

Uploading Wage Reports Using the EFW2 File Format

Uploading Wage Reports Using the ICESA File Format

New Fields on Wage Report: Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Codes and Hours Worked

In April, the N.C. Division of Employment Security will begin collecting employee SOC Codes and hours worked when an employer/agent submits a quarterly wage report. This information will provide stakeholders with important data that supports education, training, infrastructure, childcare, transportation, and other factors that promote a robust and thriving workforce.

Look up Standard Occupational Classification Codes using the SOC Lookup Tool 

SOC Codes and Hours Worked Frequently asked Questions

Learn How to Use the SOC Lookup Tool

How to Choose Standard Occupational Classification Codes using the SOC Lookup Tool