To correct a Form W-2 you have already submitted, file a Form W-2c with a separate Form W-3c for each year needing correction. File a Form W-3c whenever you file a Form W-2c, even if you are only filing a Form W-2c to correct an employee’s name or Social Security number (SSN).
Can you e file corrected w2?
If you have received a Form W-2C (a corrected W-2 form), you can still electronically file your return. Enter the information from your Form W-2C as a Form W-2 in the program, if you have not yet entered the original Form W-2, or correct the original Form W-2 information entered.
Can w2c be filed electronically?
You may file Forms W-2 and W-3 electronically on the SSA’s website at Employer Reporting Instructions & Information.
What if I get a corrected w2 after filing taxes?
You can’t correct the mistake on your 2020 return. Instead, you might need to amend your 2019 return using Form 1040X. You should file a 1040X amendment if your corrected W-2: Increases your 2019 tax liability.
Why is Turbotax telling me I will get a W2c?
“Since you deferred your SS tax last year, you get W-2c from your employer.., The full Turbotax statement is “Heads up! Since you deferred some of your Social Security taxes last year, you’ll get Form W-2c from your employer once you’ve repaid what you deferred.
Can I still file my taxes if my Social Security number is wrong on my W-2?
Can I file my taxes if there is a wrong number on my w2 for social security number? If the Social Security Number (SSN) on your W-2 is wrong in any way, then you really shouldn’t file your tax return until you get this matter fixed.
How do I file a W2C on TurboTax?
To enter the W-2 in TurboTax Online:
- Sign into your online account.
- Click the orange button that says “Take me to my return”
- Go to Federal Taxes then Wages & Income.
- Scroll down to Wages and Salaries and select Start/Revisit.
- Enter the W-2c.
Where can I file Forms W-2 and W-3?
You may file Forms W-2 and W-3 electronically on the SSA’s Employer W-2 Filing Instructions and Information web page, which is also accessible at You can create fill-in versions of Forms W-2 and W-3 for filing with SSA.
When to use Form W-2 C, wage and tax statements?
Use Form W-2 C to correct errors on Form W-2, W-2AS, W-2CM, W-2GU, W-2VI, or W-2c filed with the Social Security Administration (SSA). Also use Form W-2 C to provide corrected Form W-2, W-2AS, W-2CM, W-2GU, W-2VI, or W-2c to employees.
Where can I Find my 2017 SSA form W-2?
2017 Form W-2 Attention: You may file Forms W-2 and W-3 electronically on the SSA’s Employer W-2 Filing Instructions and Information web page, which is also accessible at You can create fill-in versions of Forms W-2 and W-3 for filing with SSA.