Form W-2c: Corrected Wage and Tax Statement
Employers use Form W-2c to correct errors on a Form W-2 already issued, such as wrong wages, withholding, name or SSN. It's filed with the Social Security Administration with Form W-3c.
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Instructions for filling out Form W-2c: Corrected Wage and Tax Statement
This template is used for official filing and documentation. Below are detailed instructions for completing, requirement details, and submission rules.
Who needs to fill out this document?
This form is designed for use by legal entities, individuals, or authorized representatives in the following cases:
- Employers that found an error on a W-2.
- Payroll and HR teams.
- Employees who need a corrected wage statement.
What you will need before starting
Before filling out the interactive form, prepare the following details and documents:
Step-by-step filling process
- Enter employer and employee: Including the incorrect name or SSN, if that's what's being corrected.
- Show previous and correct amounts: Only for boxes that change.
- Give copies to the employee: As soon as possible after finding the error.
- File with SSA: E-file or send Copy A with Form W-3c.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Do employees need to amend their return?
If they already filed, they may need to file Form 1040-X.
Does a W-2c fix my 941s too?
No. Payroll tax corrections are made on Form 941-X.
Can I file Copy A printed from this PDF?
No. Copy A sent to the IRS (or SSA) must be the official red-ink scannable version or filed electronically. Printable copies are fine for recipients and your records. Businesses filing 10 or more information returns in a year must e-file.
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