UIA offers online employer seminars about filing quarterly wage reports, making payments in MiUI

Employers and unemployment account administrators can now sign up for online seminars hosted by the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) to learn how to file quarterly wage reports and make tax payments using UIA's new, user-friendly MiUI user platform.

The live Employer/TPA Seminars on Wage Reporting and Payments in MiUI seminars are scheduled for Wednesdays in April. Register for an upcoming seminar on the Coaching Sessions page at Michigan.gov/UIA.

First Quarter 2026 Wage and Tax Reports and employer payments are due Monday, April 27. With the launch of first phase of MiUI, reports and payments can no longer be submitted using UIA's old Michigan Web Account Manager (MiWAM) platform.

The seminars will benefit those who want to learn more about updated file formats, submitting wage reports, and making payments in MiUI in time for the April 27 reporting deadline. An overview of activating MiUI accounts and assigning third-party administrators (TPAs) to act on an employer's behalf will also be provided. Attendees will receive general information, instructions, and live demonstrations.

Sign up for an Employer or TPA Seminar for MiUI.

The seminars will not address questions from employers or administrators regarding individual MiUI accounts. Those seeking information about specific accounts or wage reports should direct their questions to the Office of Employer Ombudsman by calling 1-855-484-2636 (Option 4) or e-mailing [email protected].

MiUI is an employer-driven system. All employers must initiate their MiUI accounts. Even if an employer designates a TPA to administer their unemployment insurance account, the employer is responsible for initiating and updating their MiUI account.

Information and FAQs about initiating accounts, new quarterly wage report file formats, and how to test and submit wage reports can be found at Michigan.gov/MiUIUniversity.

MiUI is a modern tax and benefits solution to replace the current MiWAM system, which is more than a decade old. MiUI is designed to streamline processes, enhance security, provide a more intuitive interface, and incorporate robust anti-fraud protections.

The first phase of MiUI for employers and TPAs rolled out in February. Phase two for all users is scheduled to be available this summer.

Solutions for Michigan employers and workers

MiUI is one of the many resources UIA provides for employers as part of the agency's goal of being a national leader in fast, fair, and fraud-free service. Those include:

• A new chatbot at Michigan.gov/UIA. Powered by artificial intelligence, it provides quick and accurate answers to general unemployment questions. Access the chatbot using either a desktop or mobile device.
• The Advocacy Program. Help for employers and workers who have filed appeals of UIA redeterminations.
• UIA Dashboards. Interactive displays provide a deep dive into underlying data and trends in unemployment insurance in Michigan as well as core metrics that measure UIA's success.
• UIA Modernization Workgroup. A coalition of thought leaders from the business, labor, and jobless advocate communities that provides insight into how the agency can better serve Michigan's workers and employers.
• Employer Help Center. This plain language guide answers employers' questions about unemployment tax, claim issues, and UIA programs. The Help Center can be found at Michigan.gov/UIAEmployerHelpCenter.
• MiUI Minute Newsletter. Stay up to date with the latest MiUI news and tips. You'll find past and future newsletters posted to MiUI University.
• Michigan Employer Advisor Newsletter. Monthly updates for employers and TPAs. Sign up for the free newsletter and you'll also receive future editions of The MiUI Minute.

Need help with a claim or have questions?

Meet with us: Schedule an in-person, phone, or virtual meeting at Michigan.gov/UIA.

Chat with us: Available through MiWAM Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ask online: UIA's chatbot at Michigan.gov/UIA can answer many questions.

Search online: FAQs, videos, toolkits, and other resources at Michigan.gov/UIA.