What is the DE 9C?
The state of California requires CA companies to file both a Quarterly Contribution Return and Report of Wages (DE 9) and the Quarterly Contribution Return and Report of Wages (Continuation) (DE 9C) each quarter.
Employers may be confused thinking the DE 9 or DE 9C is the Federal 941 form. However, it is not. If they filed the DE 9C they must also file the Federal 941, 943, or 944 form.
Additional Information
Required Filings and Due Dates for businesses in the State of California
Employers are required to report specific information periodically. Detailed information is available in the California Employer’s Guide (DE 44) (PDF).
These are the most common forms that you are required to file with the EDD (The State of CA's Employment Development Department):