Does my W-2 have to have a control number for my employer?
The control number for my employer is 0 on my W-2. Im getting an error saying this number is invalid for Electronic filing.
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NicolleR1
Expert Alumni
Apr 3, 2025 11:08:20 AM
"A Control Number (box D) is used by many payroll departments to uniquely identify a W-2 in their system". It does not have any effect on your W-2 information. You can delete the control number from your W-2 or enter any 5 digit number as control number. See the link below for additional information