Who Gets Which Copy of W-2?
Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement, shows your income and the taxes withheld from your pay for the year. You need it to file an accurate tax return. If you haven’t received your form by mid-February, here’s what you should do:
Do you need to file an amended W-2?
You need to know what specifically was corrected on the W-2. If the correction does not have to do with income or withholding amounts, it is likely that you only need to keep the form for your records. If the W-2c changes information on your tax return, however, you will need to file an amended return for this year’s tax year.
Do you have to include all of your W-2s?
All of your wage income is potentially taxable, so you should include all of your W-2s when you file. You can’t ignore wages under a certain amount, and the proper way to enter them is to include each W-2 separately. Note that in some cases, you may not be required to file a tax return.
What to do if you haven’t received your IRS Form W2?
If you haven’t received your form by mid-February, here’s what you should do: Contact your Employer. Ask your employer (or former employer) for a copy. Be sure they have your correct address. Call the IRS.
