Can I file without my w2?

bettinaandleon · ‎June 4, 2019

Rachel_W · ‎June 4, 2019

It is highly recommended that you wait and use your actual Form W-2. It is sometimes hard to match numbers from a pay-stub to a Form W-2. The IRS will use the form Form W-2 your Employer sends them and you do not want to have any discrepancies.

In addition, there are all sorts of codes and additional information reported on your Form W-2 that may not be on your pay stub.

If you file using your last pay-stub and your Form W-2 amounts differ, you will need to amend your Tax Return which could cost you time and money in the long run.

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Rachel_W · ‎June 4, 2019

It is highly recommended that you wait and use your actual Form W-2. It is sometimes hard to match numbers from a pay-stub to a Form W-2. The IRS will use the form Form W-2 your Employer sends them and you do not want to have any discrepancies.

In addition, there are all sorts of codes and additional information reported on your Form W-2 that may not be on your pay stub.

If you file using your last pay-stub and your Form W-2 amounts differ, you will need to amend your Tax Return which could cost you time and money in the long run.