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posted Mar 25, 2025 1:55:47 PM

my social security number is incorrect on my W2-G for for gambling winnings

My social security number is incorrect on my W2-G for gambling winnings, can I go ahead and file or will it get rejected. I did not have any withholding on the winnings .

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Expert Alumni
Mar 25, 2025 1:59:17 PM

I would contact the issuer to have them give you a correct the W2-G before you file. If you don't it could slow down the processing of your return while the IRS tries to match the income you reported to the income they have on file.