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posted Jun 7, 2019 2:56:22 PM

Can't find the Import Code on my w-2

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11 Replies
New Member
Jun 7, 2019 2:56:24 PM

Hi,

You have a couple of options:

You can choose 'skip import' in the page requesting the import code.  This will allow you to move to the next step where TurboTax will help you enter all the data from your W2.

Or:

If you have access to http://w2express.com/, you can try and access your W-2 from that site.  Your import code should be in the lower right box of the name and address field of the W-2 you access through W2Express. Unfortunately, some employers do not print the import code on their W-2s mailed to employees.



New Member
Jun 7, 2019 2:56:26 PM

Your import code is, generally, found in the bottom right hand corner of the box labeled "e"

New Member
Jan 30, 2020 6:19:01 AM

No

Expert Alumni
Jan 30, 2020 1:16:46 PM

To add a W-2:

  • Click on Federal.
  • Click on Wages & Income.
  • Under Your Income, click Edit/Add to the right of W-2.
  • Click Add another W-2.

If you are not able to import your W-2 automatically:

  • You can manually enter your W-2, or
  • Using the TurboTax mobile app, you may be able to take a photo of your W-2.

See these instructions.

New Member
Feb 2, 2020 7:05:32 PM

No I can't

Expert Alumni
Feb 2, 2020 8:02:00 PM

How to Import Your W2

  • Start TurboTax
  • You’ll come to Federal Taxes, where W-2 is the first income topic.
  • You’ll see the screen, “Let’s Work on Your W-2.” Select Work on my W-2 now.
  • You’ll be asked to enter the Employer Identification Number (EIN) from your W-2 (in Box b). You’ll find this number on the paper version of your W-2.

 

The confirmation screen let’s you know TurboTax can import your W-2. Select continue to import. You do have the option to enter all of your W-2 information manually, just check the box on this screen.

New Member
Mar 29, 2020 4:21:26 PM

Where do I find my import code if I don’t have a paper W-2

Expert Alumni
Mar 30, 2020 6:46:49 AM

If your employer provides online access to your W2, you can go there.  If not, you'll need to contact your employer for another paper copy. 

Returning Member
Jan 15, 2021 11:56:56 AM

Is the import code on this years taxes the same as the one on last years tax form

Returning Member
Jan 15, 2021 11:59:51 AM

Is the import code last year's tax form the same as the import code that would be on this year's tax form

Intuit Alumni
Jan 17, 2021 1:36:03 PM

@38401955 Please see the TurboTax FAQ How do I import or enter my W-2? for information on what's required to import your W-2.