Do We Need to Send Original W2 with Tax Return?
Filing your tax return can be a daunting task, and one of the most common questions people have is whether or not they need to send in their original W2 form. In this blog post, we’ll answer that question and provide you with all the information you need to know about W2s and tax returns.
First, let’s start with a quick overview of what a W2 form is. A W2 form is a tax document that your employer is required to provide you with each year. It shows your wages, taxes withheld, and other important information that the IRS needs to process your tax return.
Do I need to send my original W2 with my tax return?
No, you do not need to send your original W2 with your tax return. The IRS prefers that you keep your original W2 for your records. Instead, you can attach a copy of your W2 to your return or enter the information from your W2 into your tax software.
What if I lost my W2?
If you lost your W2, you can request a copy from your employer. You can also get a copy of your W2 from the Social Security Administration. To do this, you will need to complete Form SS-5, Application for a Social Security Card.
Once you have a copy of your W2, you can attach it to your tax return or enter the information from your W2 into your tax software.
What should I do if I made a mistake on my W2?
If you made a mistake on your W2, you should contact your employer and ask them to correct it. Your employer will then send you a corrected W2. Once you have the corrected W2, you can attach it to your tax return or enter the information from your W2 into your tax software.
What are the penalties for not filing a W2?
There are no penalties for not filing a W2. However, if you do not file a W2, the IRS may not be able to process your tax return correctly. This could result in a delay in your refund or even an audit.
Conclusion:
We hope this blog post has answered your questions about W2s and tax returns. If you have any other questions, please feel free to leave a comment below.
Are you interested in learning more about taxes? If so, be sure to check out our other blog posts on the topic.
FAQ
- Q: Do I need to send my original W2 with my tax return?
- Q: What if I lost my W2?
- Q: What should I do if I made a mistake on my W2?
- Q: What are the penalties for not filing a W2?
A: No, you do not need to send your original W2 with your tax return. The IRS prefers that you keep your original W2 for your records. Instead, you can attach a copy of your W2 to your return or enter the information from your W2 into your tax software.
A: If you lost your W2, you can request a copy from your employer. You can also get a copy of your W2 from the Social Security Administration.
A: If you made a mistake on your W2, you should contact your employer and ask them to correct it. Your employer will then send you a corrected W2.
A: There are no penalties for not filing a W2. However, if you do not file a W2, the IRS may not be able to process your tax return correctly. This could result in a delay in your refund or even an audit.
