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Will my refund be approved if I forgot a W-2?

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Will my refund be approved if I forgot a W-2?

You may get the original amount from your filed return. The IRS gets copies of all W-2’s. When they match your return to the information you entered, they may send you a letter asking for the missing W-2. You should wait until your original return is fully processed (refund received) before you amend.

What happens if I’m missing a W-2?

If you don’t get your W-2 in time to file, use Form 4852, Substitute for Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement. Estimate your wages and withheld taxes as accurately as you can. The IRS may delay processing your return while it verifies your information.

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Can you file without W-2?

Yes, you can still file taxes without a W-2 or 1099. Usually, if you work and want to file a tax return, you need Form W-2 or Form 1099, provided by your employer. If you did not receive these forms or misplaced them, you can ask your employer for a copy of these documents.

What happens if you leave a W-2 off your taxes?

If you forget to file a W2, you will still receive a return. However, if your tax filing error will cause you to owe additional tax, you must file an amendment and pay the tax owed by April 15. If you don’t do this, you risk being charged late penalties and fees.

What if I get another W-2 after I file my taxes?

What if I got another W-2 Form after filing my return & getting a refund? You will need to Amend your Return if you have already filed and received more W-2’s.. Wait until your return has been processed and you receive your refund or confirmation that any tax due has been paid.

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Can you file taxes without income?

Any year you have minimal or no income, you may be able to skip filing your tax return and the related paperwork. However, it’s perfectly legal to file a tax return showing zero income, and this might be a good idea for a number of reasons.

Can I get a stimulus check with no income?

Even if you have no income, you’re eligible to receive a stimulus check. You don’t have to be a U.S. citizen to get a stimulus payment, but you do need a valid Social Security number.