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Why is the status for W2 efile on Quickbook still "E-file processing" after a day?

MK100 — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 09:03:43 GMT

I am a long-term turbotax user and I just used quickbook to efile a W2 form last night and the status has always been "E-file processing" since then. Does it truly take so long?

Since the deadline is 1/31 which is tomorrow. What should I do?

Re: Why is the status for W2 efile on Quickbook still "E-file processing" after a day?

DavidD66 — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 23:49:49 GMT

As long as you transmitted, or attempted to transmit the W-2 before the deadline, it will be considered as filed on time. Moreover, the IRS does not take action against small businesses that submit a W-2 filing late. If the W-2 recipient is anxious for the form, you could go ahead and send them a copy. If the W-2 is still "processing", you may want to cancel and resubmit.

Re: Why is the status for W2 efile on Quickbook still "E-file processing" after a day?

Ctood1 — Thu, 01 Feb 2024 15:16:07 GMT

Mine has been in processing for 5 working days with SSA and still not accepted. No way to cancel it and mail in. Is there a problem with SSA accepting w-2 online right now?