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Transitioning from OTTER to OPRS for Oregon Payroll Reporting #

Overview #

The Oregon Tax Employer Reporting (OTTER) System has been replaced by the Oregon Payroll Reporting System (OPRS) as of August 15, 2025. This knowledge base article provides essential information about the transition and guides users on how to use the new OPRS system for filing Oregon Combined Payroll Tax Reports.

Key Points #

  • OTTER is no longer available for payroll reporting as of August 15, 2025.
  • OPRS is the new internet-based reporting system for filing quarterly reports.
  • The file format used in OPRS is the same as the previous OTTER system.
  • No software download is required for OPRS.

Accessing OPRS #

To access the Oregon Payroll Reporting System, visit: http://oprs.emp.state.or.us/oprs/

Browser Compatibility #

OPRS is officially supported on:

  • Mozilla Firefox

Note: Using alternative browsers may result in display issues due to customized browser settings.

OPRS Registration and Affiliation #

To file returns for your clients using OPRS, you must complete the following steps:

  1. Register for an OPRS account
  2. Affiliate with your client’s account on OPRS

Confirmation of Accepted Returns #

Upon successful submission and acceptance of your client’s returns, you will receive a confirmation message in OPRS.

Filing Oregon Combined Payroll Tax Reports #

OPRS allows employers to file their Oregon Combined Payroll Tax Reports by electronically attaching the reports to the secure OPRS server.

Troubleshooting #

If you encounter any issues while using OPRS, please follow these steps:

  1. Ensure you are using Mozilla Firefox as your web browser.
  2. Clear your browser cache and cookies.
  3. Verify that your internet connection is stable.
  4. Double-check that all required fields in your report are completed accurately.

If problems persist, please contact OPRS support for further assistance.

Additional Help Resources #

For more detailed guidance on using OPRS or for payroll-related queries, you can access additional help resources:

Feedback #

We value your input on this knowledge base article and the OPRS system. If you have suggestions for improvement or encounter any issues not addressed here, please contact our support team or use the feedback form available on the OPRS website.