Can I get copies of my prior year Forms W-2 from the IRS

Tax_questionA) Yes, you can get copies of your prior year Forms W-2 from the IRS. There are two ways to do this:

  1. Request a copy of your tax return. You can request a copy of your tax return by filling out Form 4506 and mailing it to the IRS. There is a $43 fee for each copy of your tax return that you request.
  2. Request a wage and income transcript. A wage and income transcript shows the federal tax information that your employers reported to the IRS. You can request a wage and income transcript online, by phone, or by mail. There is no fee for requesting a wage and income transcript.

To request a copy of your tax return or a wage and income transcript, you will need to provide the following information:

  • Your name
  • Your Social Security number
  • Your date of birth
  • The tax year(s) that you need copies for

You can find more information about how to get copies of your prior year Forms W-2 from the IRS on the IRS website.

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