Request a 940 certification

Learn how to request proof of unemployment contributions for tax filing.

Department of Unemployment Assistance

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Unemployment Services for Employers Log in as an employer or TPA

The Details

What you need

A 940 certification letter provides a summary of Massachusetts taxable wages reported by an employer, and the total amount of paid into unemployment in a specific year.

Employers can request a 940 certification letter online.

How to request

  1. Log in to Unemployment Services for Employers.
  2. Select View more employer details, then select Additional actions.
  3. From the Request 940 certification panel, select Request 940 certification.
  4. Follow the prompts to complete the request
  5. The certification will be mailed to the employer’s address. It’s also available in the Action center under View letters.

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