How do you know when your W-2 is ready?

Your employer has until January 31 to distribute W-2s (for the prior year) to employees. If the deadline falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, your employer must furnish W-2s by the next business day. Employers that provide online access to W-2s must do so by January 31.

When can I expect my W-2 form?

January 31st
To ensure you have it in time, the IRS requires your employer to send you a W-2 no later than January 31st following the close of the tax year. Generally, this means W-2s are mailed by January 31st, but not necessarily received by employees by this date.

Can I access my W-2 online?

If your employer does not provide online access to your W-2, they must mail or hand-deliver your W-2 to you no later than January 31st. If you are not sure if you have online access, please check with your company HR or Payroll department. Only your employer can give you online access.

When can we file 2021 taxes?

If you’re wondering when you can file your 2021 tax return, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) typically starts accepting tax returns in mid- to late-January each year. Due to COVID-19, the IRS didn’t start accepting 2020 tax returns until February 12, 2021.

What if I haven’t received my W-2?

If you’re unable to get your Form W-2 from your employer, contact the Internal Revenue Service at 800-TAX-1040. The IRS will contact your employer or payer and request the missing form.

When can I expect my tax refund?

When to Expect Your Refund Refunds are generally issued within 21 days of when you electronically filed your tax return or 42 days of when you filed paper returns. If it’s been longer, find out why your refund may be delayed or may not be the amount you expected.

Can I file without a W-2?

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. It may be helpful to have documentation, such as a final pay stub, available to complete it.