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Where is W2 copy A

makua — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:15:43 GMT

I completed W-2 filing. Now I have to send W-3 to SSA with the copy A of W-2. However, I am not able to find it.

The PDF for W2 and W3 starts from Copy B. There is not Copy A. Can I attach Copy B instead?

Re: Where is W2 copy A

Opus 17 — Tue, 03 Jan 2023 15:56:19 GMT

If you are filing W-2s or 1099s on paper, you have to use the official paper form from the IRS, which contains copy A. You can purchase official forms from the IRS or from office supply stores. You can’t print your own copy.

You also have the ability to e-file W-2s and 1099s, using TurboTax or using a number of different online sites. There are several commercial sites that will charge you about five dollars per form. You can also file W-2s for free directly with the Social Security website, although the registration process is a little cumbersome. When you e-file your W-2s, copy A of the W-2s and the W3 are electronically transmitted to the Social Security administration.

Re: Where is W2 copy A

makua — Tue, 03 Jan 2023 16:02:52 GMT

Great! I did efile W2. So that is the reason I don't have copy A then. Thank you very much

Re: Where is W2 copy A

Opus 17 — Tue, 03 Jan 2023 16:14:31 GMT

@makua

You may wish to check with your e-file provider to verify, but the copy A should have been transmitted automatically. You don’t need to also mail a paper copy. And when you have prepared W-2s for all of your employees and you are ready to finalize your account, the W-3 should also be electronically transmitted.

Re: Where is W2 copy A

VolvoGirl — Tue, 03 Jan 2023 16:40:50 GMT

Quick Employer Forms only supports e-filing of the forms with the IRS and Social Security Administration. Copy A of the Form 1099 and W-2 are only used for e-filing and are not provided for printing.

See list of Quick Employer Forms questions
https://quickemployerforms.intuit.com/faq.htm#WhatIsQEF

Re: Where is W2 copy A

VolvoGirl — Tue, 03 Jan 2023 16:42:33 GMT

Oh and if you efiled you don't have to mail anything to SS or IRS. Just give the employee their copies.