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Level 2
posted Mar 28, 2022 11:51:34 AM

Should I leave box 15 and 16 blank despite it being filled on my paper w2?

I reside in TN box 15 has state but no employer id number. Box 16 has wage filled that is the same as 1,3 and 5.

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4 Replies
Expert Alumni
Mar 28, 2022 12:06:20 PM

TN does not have an income tax, so it will make no difference in your tax calculation.  You can enter the information in so that it will match the information on your W-2.

Level 2
Mar 28, 2022 12:13:06 PM

Ok so do I need to put my EIN number instead if they were to ask? 

Expert Alumni
Mar 28, 2022 12:28:55 PM

Yes, you can use the EIN in place of a state tax ID number. 

Level 2
Mar 28, 2022 12:34:40 PM

Ok will do. Thank you.