Have you waited until the last minute to file employee Form W-2? Well, here is what you need to know about filing Form W-2:
Copies of Form W-2
- Copy A is sent to the Social Security Administration (SSA). This should be printed on a laser-scannable red form.
- Copy 1 is filed with the appropriate city, state, or local government authorities
- Copy B is used by your employee to file their federal tax return
- Copy C is for your employees personal records
- Copy 2 is required if the employee will use this copy for filing city, state, or local tax returns
- Copy D is for you and your employer records
What Information Will I Need to Complete Form W-2?
Employer/Business Information:
Your EIN (Employer Identification Number)- Employer Code
- Employer Type
- Name of your business
- Business Address
- Your Business’s State Tax ID Number
Employee Information:
- Full Name
- Address
- Social Security Number
- Retirement Plan Details
- Special Benefits
Employee Salary/Wage Information:
- Total Wages and other compensation
- Total Social Security Withholdings
- Total Medicare Withholdings
- Allocated Tips and Social Security Tips
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