The 2018 W-2 will have to be reported on the 2018 tax return. The 2018 tax return cannot be e-filed. It will have to be paper-filed. You will be attaching copies of your 2018 W-2’s to the 2018 tax return when you mail it to the IRS.

Do I have to add all my W2s?

Yes, you have to include all income on your tax return. The IRS also gets a copy of all your W2s, so they will know if you do not file one and will send you a notice. However, most people still file tax returns to get their withholding back and it seems like your total income will be above the thresholds.

Did I not receive my W-2 from 2018?

If employers send the form to you, be sure they have your correct address. Contact the IRS. If you exhaust your options with your employer and you have not received your W-2, call the IRS at 800-829-1040.

When do I get my W-2 form 2018?

Please see IRS Tax Tip 2018-30, February 27, 2018, IRS Can Help Taxpayers Get Form W-2 for updated information. Most people get their W-2 forms by the end of January.

What do you need to know about the W-2 form?

Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement, shows your income and the taxes withheld from your pay for the year. You need it to file an accurate tax return. If you haven’t received your form by mid-February, here’s what you should do: Contact your Employer. Ask your employer (or former employer) for a copy.

How does having multiple W-2s affect your taxes?

If you’re married and you file a joint return with your working spouse, the number of W-2s that you have collectively depends on how many employers both of you had during the tax year. You transfer the information from the multiple W-2s to your tax return the same as you would if you had a single W-2, with one exception.

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

The quickest way to obtain a copy of your current year Form W-2 is through your employer. Your employer first submits Form W-2 to SSA; after SSA processes it, they transmit the federal tax information to the IRS.