Problems with penalties, interest or other charges?
Please contact your district tax office. Most questions can be resolved through a discussion with one of our tax representatives.If you do not agree with the results of your discussion, you may request that we waive penalties and/or interest.
Request a waiver
You may request that we waive penalty or interest charges if:- You mailed your report or payment on time, but to the wrong agency.
- You were late because of a the death or serious illness, before the filing deadline, of the employer, a member of the employer's immediate family, the employer's accountant, or a member of the accountant's immediate family.
- You were late because your business or business records were destroyed as a direct result of a catastrophe, such as fire, flood or other natural disaster.
- You were late because of fraud, embezzlement, theft or conversion by an employee or someone you contracted with to handle your taxes.
- You believe we made an error.
To request a waiver, send a letter to us at the address below explaining the situation and the reason you believe you should not be charged penalties and/or interest. Include your name, business name, address and Employment Security (ES) reference number, and sign the request.
Employment Security DeptUI Tax Administration
P.O.Box 9046
Olympia WA 98507-9046
Fax: 360-902-9660
If we deny your request for a waiver, you may file an appeal if you still disagree.
Relevant laws and rules
Penalties for late reports or contributionsWhat are the report and tax payment penalties?
