You can call 800-829-1040 or visit an IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center (TAC). Both options will result in an IRS rep initiating a Form W-2 complaint on your behalf.

What happens if my company doesn’t give me a W-2?

Form 4852. The IRS will send your boss a special form noting that you did not receive your W-2. If, even after nudging from the IRS, your employer doesn’t send you a replacement W-2 in time for you to file your tax return, you may file using Form 4852 in place of your missing wage statement.

Can I file taxes without W-2?

Yes, you can still file taxes without a W-2 or 1099. If you cannot get a copy of your W-2 or 1099, you can still file taxes by filling out Form 4852, “Substitute for Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement.” This form requests information about your wages and taxes that were withheld.

When do I get my Tax Form W-2?

Forms Taxes By January 31st you should receive a Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement, from each employer you worked for during the prior tax year. Form W-2 requires employers to show the total income the employer paid to you and the total taxes they withheld. That is key information to prepare your tax return.

How do I get a W2 from a company that went out of business?

In the event you don’t receive one, you can file a substitute W-2 using your last pay stub. This is reported on Form 4852. The IRS requests that you wait until February 14 to prepare this form and file a substitute W-2. You also are supposed to attempt to make an effort to get the form. If the company is out of business, you can indicate that.

What to do if you haven’t received a W-2 TurboTax tax?

When you use TurboTax, we’ll ask you a few questions to estimate your total wages and withholding using your final pay stub, and fill out Form 4852 based on your answers. The IRS doesn’t allow Form 4852 to be filed electronically, so you’ll need to print out the necessary forms and mail them to the IRS.

What to do if your Form W-2 is missing?

If despite all efforts your W-2 is still missing, file Form 4852, Substitute for Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement. Use the information from your final pay stub.