Get Irs W-2 2021

Filling out the IRS W-2 form online is a crucial step for employers to accurately report wages and taxes for their employees. This guide will provide clear instructions on how to complete each section of the W-2 form to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Follow the steps to fill out the IRS W-2 online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the W-2 form and open it in the editor.
2. Fill out the employee's social security number in box a. Make sure it is accurate to avoid delays.
3. Input the employer identification number (EIN) in box b. This number is essential for IRS records.
4. Enter the employer’s name, address, and ZIP code in box c. Ensure all information is complete and correct.
5. In box 1, report the total wages, tips, and other compensation paid to the employee.
6. Fill in box 2 with the amount of federal income tax withheld from the employee's pay.
7. Complete box 3 with the social security wages. This amount may differ from box 1 due to certain exclusions.
8. Indicate the social security tax withheld from the employee in box 4.
9. Enter the total Medicare wages and tips in box 5.
10. In box 6, report the Medicare tax that has been withheld from the employee's earnings.
11. Report any social security tips in box 7, and enter allocated tips in box 8.
12. Use box d for a control number if applicable; this is typically used for internal tracking.
13. Complete boxes e and f with the employee’s name and address respectively.
14. Fill in box 10 with any dependent care benefits provided to the employee.
15. Complete box 11 if there are any nonqualified plans involved.
16. Use box 12 to report any codes needed for additional compensation information.
17. Indicate any state wages, tips, etc. in box 16, followed by the state income tax in box 17.
18. If applicable, report local wages and local income tax in boxes 18 and 19 respectively.
19. Finally, review all entries for accuracy and completeness before saving.
20. After filling out the W-2 form, save changes, download, print, or share the form as required.

Complete your W-2 documents online today for accurate and timely filing.