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I have a W2 that reports CO contribution to my HSA only. Because there is no income, TT says I cannot file electronically. Can I not report this W2?

genebetz — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:33:53 GMT

The only amount on the W2 is the company's contribution to my HSA. I am retired and have no income from them.

Re: I have a W2 that reports CO contribution to my HSA only. Because there is no income, TT says ...

AliciaP1 — Sat, 19 Feb 2022 21:14:35 GMT

No, you do not need to report this W-2. Your previous company's contribution to your HSA is not taxable at the time of contribution. If you do not have income listed in box 1 or 16 or do not have taxes withheld reported in box 2 or 17 you do not need to report the form.

Re: I have a W2 that reports CO contribution to my HSA only. Because there is no income, TT says I cannot file electronically. Can I not report this W2?

dmertz — Sat, 19 Feb 2022 22:23:57 GMT

You must report this contribution. It is required to be present on Form 8889 included with your 2021 tax return.

To report this contribution without entering the W-2, in the HSA section tell TurboTax that your employer told you about other contributions, then enter the code-W amount in the box for employer and payroll contributions for 2021 not reported in box 12 of your W-2. This will cause the amount to appear as required on Form 8889 line 9 that same as it would had you entered the W-2. Do not enter this as a personal contribution.

Re: I have a W2 that reports CO contribution to my HSA only. Because there is no income, TT says I cannot file electronically. Can I not report this W2?

genebetz — Tue, 22 Feb 2022 14:06:43 GMT

Thanks to both of you for the responses. They solved my problem and kept me compliant.