Form W-2G does not have a state id number printed on it

[LeeM · Accepted solution]

If a state ID number is not printed on your paper W-2G, then you can use the "Payers' Federal Identification Number" number in its place. This is known as a Form format error, and should not result in a delay in processing your return. But make sure that you select the state you won the money in the dropdown box.

You can edit the W-2 Gs by enter "W2G"-no dashes. in the search bar at the top right of your program and then selecting "Jump to W-2G" and hit enter.

As you enter of your Form W-2G s for your gambling winnings, the state section is coded to boxes 13.

Do not enter a zero if the box on your paper W2-G is blank.

• If there is a dollar amount in box 14 or 15, then in order to efile, you will need a state id number in box 13. Enter the same Federal ID number and select the State you won the money in
  

• If there is not a dollar amount in box 14 or 15, then leave 13 through 15 blank.

[JodieG]

The drop down box does not have Nevada and that is where the money was won? So what do I do?

[MayaD]

Nevada does not have income tax. Since your winnings are in a state that does not have a state income tax, you will not need to enter any state information. In this case, you will leave all the information in boxes 13-18 blank. 

If Nevada is not your home state, you must claim the winnings in your home state.

[sam3424]

What if the w2-g doesnt have a FIN 

[DaveF1006]

If Turbo Tax will not allow you to file your return without the state id number, use the payer federal identification listed above. otherwise, leave it blank.

@sam3424