You might get more than one W-2 if you work for an employment agency or your company changed ownership or payroll providers. If your W-2s are identical down to the last number and letter, just enter one of them. Keep the duplicate with your tax records or securely destroy it.

Can you request multiple W-2 copies?

You may receive more than one Form W-2 if you changed jobs or worked for more than one employer during a tax year. You can add additional W-2s from the W-2 summary screen in the TaxAct program.

What do I do if I have multiple W2s?

If you receive multiple W-2 forms, add those amounts and include the total on your IRS Form 1040. In general, if you receive duplicate W-2 forms for the same amount from the same employer, file only one of the W2s for taxes and include only the income from a single form on your return.

How do I get another W-2 from a previous employer?

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.

Can you have 2 W-2 jobs at the same time?

If you worked for more than one employer during a tax year, you’ll have more than one W-2 form. You may have more than one job at the same time, or you may have changed jobs during the year. If you have multiple W-2s for the tax-filing year, wait to file your return until you receive all your forms.

What to do if you dont have a W-2 form?

Employers are required to have W-2 forms issued to their employees by January 31. If you still don’t have it by then, it’s time to take additional action. At this point you should call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 and tell them about your missing W-2. They will call your employer and tell them to send you the W-2.

When do employers have to send out W2’s?

Employers are required to send your W2 by February 2, so check your mail or email daily during this time. If you don’t receive your W2 by February 14, contact your employer right away to ensure they sent it to the correct address. Reviewing your W2 early will allow you enough time to address any concerns and correct mistakes.

Where can I get a copy of my prior year W-2?

Call the payroll department of your current or former employer. This is the easiest way to get an old W-2 form. Employers are required to save important tax information such as your current and prior-year W-2s. [1] Employers are required to provide employees with a W-2 for the current tax season by January 31.

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.