How do I acquire my w2 from last year? It never came in the mail.

[knitmess1957]

If you receive your paystubs electronically and direct-deposit, then perhaps the provider has an electronic document you can download. That is what I had from my previous employer - no paper copy was mailed.  I had to log into ADP to download the tax document. 

If you receive your paystubs and a physical check from your employer then you should contact your payroll department to determine the W2 status. 

[TerukoL]

Step 1: Check online

Many employers now issue Form W-2 electronically to employees. But that doesn't mean they'll always email the form to you, as it isn't particularly secure. Instead, they'll email you a link to an online portal where you can download the form yourself.

Step 2: Ask your employer

If your online search leaves you empty-handed, contact your employer's payroll or human resources department to ask when and how they issued your W-2. If they mailed it to an old or incorrect address, the post office may have returned it to the employer.

Step 3: Contact the IRS

What happens if your employer truly never issued your W-2? Perhaps they went out of business or aren’t responding to your request for a W-2? In that case, it's time to try contacting the IRS.

Please click What To Do If You Haven't Received a W-2 to learn more.