How do i get a copy of an old w2 form?
As long as an employee paid federal and state income tax, the employer is required to give him a W-2 form yearly. Circumstances such as filing back taxes, a federal or state audit, or record keeping may require the use of your old W-2. If you cannot find it, there are several ways you can get a copy.Past EmployerContact your employer (or former employer) for the old W-2. Employers keep employee payroll records on file for many years. Even if the hard copy of your W-2 has been discarded, the employer’s payroll software system can retain such records indefinitely. If the employer outsourced his payroll to a payroll service, he will have to ask that company to print you another W-2, and a fee may apply.Tax PreparerAsk your accountant or tax preparer, if you used one for filing your taxes. Tax preparers will usually have your tax forms on file and can forward them to you.IRSCall the IRS (1-800-829-1040) and request a transcript of your old W-2. The IRS can mail you a transcript containing
