Instructions for IRS Form W-2, W-3

IRS Form W-2 Wage and Tax Statement IRS Form W-3 Transmittal of Wage and Tax Statements

This document contains official instructions for IRS Form W-2 , and IRS Form W-3 . Both forms are released and collected by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. An up-to-date fillable IRS Form W-2 is available for download through this link. The latest available IRS Form W-3 can be downloaded through this link.

FAQ

Q: What is IRS Form W-2?
A: IRS Form W-2 is a tax form used by employers to report wages and salary information for employees.

Q: What is IRS Form W-3?
A: IRS Form W-3 is a summary transmittal form used by employers to submit copies of Form W-2 to the Social Security Administration.

Q: Who is required to file Form W-2?
A: Employers who have one or more employees must file Form W-2.

Q: When should Form W-2 be filed?
A: Form W-2 must be filed by January 31st of the following year.

Q: Who receives a copy of Form W-2?
A: Copies of Form W-2 are provided to employees and submitted to the Social Security Administration.

Q: Are there any penalties for not filing Form W-2?
A: Yes, there are penalties for not filing Form W-2 or for filing incorrect information. It is important to file the form accurately and on time.

Q: Do I need to attach Form W-2 to my tax return?
A: No, you do not need to attach Form W-2 to your tax return. The information from Form W-2 is used to fill out other parts of your tax return.

Q: What should I do if there is an error on my Form W-2?
A: If you notice an error on your Form W-2, you should contact your employer to request a corrected form.