How do I correct a mistake on my W-2?

Call the IRS toll free at 800-829-1040 or make an appointment to visit an IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center (TAC). The IRS will send your employer a letter requesting that they furnish you a corrected Form W-2 within ten days.

What happens if I file my taxes and then get another W-2?

What if I got another W-2 Form after filing my return & getting a refund? You will need to Amend your Return if you have already filed and received more W-2’s.. Wait until your return has been processed and you receive your refund or confirmation that any tax due has been paid.

What to do if you make an error on a W-2 form?

Common errors on Form W-2 include incorrect names, Social Security numbers, or amounts. You can correct forms that you sent to employees and filed with the SSA. To create a corrected W-2 after filing, you need to use IRS Form W-2c, Corrected Wage and Tax Statements. You can use Form W-2c to correct a variety of errors on Form W-2, including:

What do you need to know about W-2 form?

You rely on your Form W-2 when you file your taxes. The IRS needs the information to determine whether you had enough taxes withheld throughout the year. Ideally, your W-2 will arrive with your name, address and financial information correct and up to date.

Are there penalties for not filing correct W-2s?

Possible penalties for filing an incorrect W-2 Unfortunately, filing an amended form does not guarantee you’ll walk away penalty-free. You might be subject to penalties if you fail to file a Form W-2 with correct information by January 31. Penalty amounts depend on when you file a corrected W-2 form.

When do you need to make a correction on a W-2?

Tip #4: Note the situations where a W-2c is optional. For example, if the W-2 reflects the wrong employee address, but everything else is accurate and you’ve already filed the W-2 with the SSA, you can make the correction in one of three ways: Give the employee a new Form W-2 with the correct address.