After you file

You can file a conventional paper return that includes IRS Form 4852 if you haven't been able to get a W-2 from your employer. A tax return that includes a Form 4852 can't be e-filed because of IRS regulations. 

Follow these instructions to prepare Form 4852:

1. Open or continue your return.
2. Navigate to the W-2 section as follows:
3. Click on the search icon in the upper right of your TurboTax screen.
4. Type "W-2" in the search bar and hit enter
5. Click on the link "Jump to W-2"
6. Fill out your W-2 using the information from your last pay stub.
7. Answer any questions until you get to "Let's check for uncommon situations".
8. Check the box next to "Didn't get a W-2" and select "Continue".
9. On the screen that says "Let's check if you need a substitute W-2" select "Yes" then "Continue".
10. Answer all of the follow-up questions.
11. . Select Print to download and print your IRS Form 4852.

Your TurboTax screens will look something like this:

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