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missing W2

LoweBKC — Sun, 06 Apr 2025 22:53:14 GMT

I have 3 good W2s from employers. My 4th employer can not or will not provide a W2. I have been employed for 5 months with this employer and have never been given pay stubs. I need to know how to enter my income for this missing W2 using form 4852. When I go to the W2 section the instructions tell me to fill out form using info from paystub. Do not have a paystub. How do I continue?

Re: missing W2

MaryK4 — Sun, 06 Apr 2025 23:07:01 GMT

You will have to determine your wages based on what you got paid, so checks or deposits. You can also contact your state Department of Labor or Department of Revenue and report them, this usually encourages action.

Re: missing W2

LoweBKC — Sun, 06 Apr 2025 23:16:21 GMT

I have copies of my pay checks so I have the amount. I just can not figure out how to get it into Turbo Tax. When I go to the W2 section it only brings up my other 3 completed @W2s from my other 3 employers. I don't know how to get the 4852 form onto Turbo Tax to complete that form. Sorry to be so dumb in this situation.

Re: missing W2

MaryK4 — Sun, 06 Apr 2025 23:35:18 GMT

No worries, we are here to help you!

If you still can't get a W-2 from your employer, you have the option to file a substitute W-2 form, also called Form 4852. However, keep in mind that you’ll have to paper-file Form 4852 due to IRS regulations. E-filing isn't available.

Here's how, using TurboTax Online/Mobile:

Go to the We'll start with your W-2 screen, select Work on my W-2 and select Continue.
Enter the Employer ID Number (EIN) if you know it, or leave it blank, then select Continue.
On the How would you like to add your W-2? screen, select Type it in myself.
Enter your employer's name, address, and Employer ID Number (EIN). There are a few ways to find your employer’s EIN if you don’t have your W-2.
Complete the requested W-2 information using your most recent pay stubs to estimate your total income and total taxes paid (including federal, state, and local taxes).
Continue to the screen Let's check for uncommon situations and select Didn't get a W-2

After you enter this info, there will be a few follow-up questions to complete Form 4852. Once you're finished, print an additional copy for your records. We strongly recommend you do this so you have a record of what you earned and what you contributed to Social Security.