In the landscape of state taxation, the WH-1605, an essential form for South Carolina businesses, serves as a testament to the intricate nature of tax compliance. With its roots deeply embedded in the process of reporting and paying quarterly income tax withheld by employers, this document bridges the gap between businesses and the Department of Revenue in South Carolina. Whether it's marking a change in business address, signaling the closure of a withholding account, or merely carrying out a routine quarterly tax return, the WH-1605 form stands as a pivotal tool. Its structure facilitates a range of reporting requirements, from the total income tax withheld across all sources to the intricate details of penalties and interest due. The form goes further to accommodate amendments, pushing for accuracy and accountability in the dynamic world of taxation. For businesses, compliance hinges not just on the act of submission but on the precision of the information provided, underscoring the balance between regulatory adherence and operational transparency. Beyond mere compliance, the form encourages engagement with the state’s online portal, MyDORWAY, streamlining procedures to enhance efficiency and reduce paper waste. As businesses navigate through the quarters, the WH-1605 form adapts, excluding only the fourth quarter which is reserved for its counterpart, the WH-1606. Through its obligatory nature and detailed requisites, the WH-1605 encapsulates the ongoing dialogue between state requirements and business operations, framing the narrative of fiscal responsibility within South Carolina.
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Form Name | Wh 1605 Form |
Form Length | 2 pages |
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Fillable fields | 0 |
Avg. time to fill out | 30 sec |
Other names | south carolina wh 1605 tax, form wh 1605 sc, sc wh 1605, south carolina form wh 1606 |
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DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE |
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SC WITHHOLDING QUARTERLY TAX RETURN |
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Place an X in all boxes that apply. |
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Close Withholding Account |
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Business name and address |
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DO NOT USE FOR
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File and pay online at MyDORWAY.dor.sc.gov.
Do not mail when filing online.
You must file
ATTACH CHECK HERE
Quarterly SC Income Tax |
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Quarterly SC Income Tax withheld from all sources |
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Quarterly SC Income Tax deposits or payments previously made |
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3. REFUND: If line 2 is greater than line 1, enter the difference on line 3 |
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4. TAX DUE: If line 2 is less than line 1, enter the difference on line 4 |
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Mail to:
Balance due: SCDOR, Withholding, PO Box 100161, Columbia, SC 29202
Refunds or zero tax: SCDOR, Withholding, PO Box 125, Columbia, SC
Attach payment to this return. Make check payable to SCDOR and write the withholding file number and quarter in the memo.
Do not include
I authorize the Director of the SCDOR or delegate to discuss this return, attachments, and related tax matters with the preparer.
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Preparer's name ________________________ Phone number ______________________ |
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Under penalty of law, I certify that this information is correct, true, and complete to the best of my knowledge. |
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INSTRUCTIONS
File and pay online at MyDORWAY.dor.sc.gov. Do not mail this form when filing online. |
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Due dates: |
First Quarter (Jan - Mar) |
April 30 Third Quarter (Jul - Sep) |
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Second Quarter (Apr - Jun) |
July 31 Fourth Quarter (Oct - Dec) |
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You must file a return even if no SC Income Tax has been withheld during the quarter. You must file a
Quarterly SC Income Tax information:
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Enter total quarterly SC Income Tax withheld from all sources. Enter corrected amount if filing an amended |
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return. |
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Enter total quarterly SC Income Tax deposits or payments previously made. For amended return, include amount |
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paid with original |
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If line 2 is greater than line 1, enter the amount of refund. Skip lines |
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If line 2 is less than line 1, enter the amount of tax due. |
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Enter the amount of penalty and interest due if applicable. Visit MyDORWAY.dor.sc.gov for a penalty and |
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interest calculator. |
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Enter the net SC Income Tax, penalty, and interest due. |
To avoid delays in processing your return:
•Amounts withheld from employees on W2s cannot be refunded to employers.
•Use black ink only.
•Do not staple attachments.
•Write all numbers clearly. Always include cents. (examples: 20.13, 19.00)
•Do not put slashes, dashes, dollar signs, or commas on the amount lines.
•Sign the return. The signature must be from a person authorized to act on behalf of withholding agent.
•Sign your check and include the written dollar amount.
•Attach payment for the full amount due to this return. Do not include a
•Mail to the correct address.
•Balance due: SCDOR, Withholding, PO Box 100161, Columbia, SC 29202
•Refunds or zero tax: SCDOR, Withholding, PO Box 125, Columbia, SC
Authorization and signature:
Check the box for release of confidential information and provide the preparer's name and phone number. This authorizes the Director of the SCDOR or delegate to discuss this return, its attachments, any notices, adjustments or assessments with the preparer.
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