If you can’t get your Form W-2 from your employer and you previously attached it to your paper tax return, you can order a copy of the entire return from the IRS for a fee. Complete and mail Form 4506, Request for Copy of Tax Return along with the required fee. Allow 75 calendar days for us to process your request.
What happens if you mess up your W-2?
If the error relates to a form such as a W-2 or 1099, you will probably receive a Notice CP2000. This means that the income reported to the IRS does not match the information you reported on your tax return. The IRS will generally recalculate the amount of tax you owe and send you a bill for the difference.
What to do if you make a mistake on your W-2?
But an exception exists if you have not yet submitted the incorrect W-2 to the SSA. In this case, you would not issue a Form W-2c to correct the mistake. Simply check “void” on Copy A of the original form, the copy that’s sent to the SSA. Then create a new W-2 with the correct information.
What to do if you lost your W2 in the mail?
Whether your W2 was lost in the mail or you accidentally threw it away, it’s always possible to recover your information and file. Our licensed tax professionals have helped thousands of clients file their returns, correct mistakes, and prepare for their financial future.
Where can I get a substitute for my W-2?
You can download Form 4852, “Substitute for Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement,” from the IRS website at IRS.gov. Don’t worry if your figures aren’t exact when you submit this form. When you eventually receive a copy of your W-2, you can correct any mistakes to your return by filing Form 1040X, “Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return.”
How can I get a copy of my W-2 If I no longer work?
Even if you no longer work for the employer that issued your W-2, you can request a copy from your former company simply by contacting its office. If your employer is no longer in business, or if you run into an obstacle that prevents you from getting a new one, you can call on the IRS for help.
