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September 21, 2022
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An employee asked to get his W2 right now before the end of the year.

The employee has quit working for me.

How can I generate a W2 for the employee before the end of the year? Is there a way to do that?

I am using QuickBooks Online.

thank you!

QuickBooks Online

Best answer by Rainflurry

@GebelAlainaM

Actually, the 2022 Form W-2 is available and it is attached. Also, the IRS requires employers to provide a W-2 within 30 days of it being requested by an employee that is no longer employed.

Here is what the IRS says:

If employment ends before December 31, 2022, you may furnish copies to the employee at any time after employment ends, but no later than January 31, 2023. If an employee asks for Form W-2, give him or her the completed copies within 30 days of the request or within 30 days of the final wage payment, whichever is later.

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GebelAlainaM

Hello there, @TA119. I understand the urgency of this form to be generated and send it to your employees. I'm here to share some details regarding this matter.

As of now, we're unable to generate the W-2 forms since it's still unavailable. The timing of your W-2s will depend on how you choose your payroll taxes and form filings handled. Either, you opt us to pay and file for you or you file and pay it yourself manually.

In case, you're unsure about the form filing status, you can refer to this article: Manage automatic tax payments and form filings.

Moreover, if you have turned on the automate taxes and forms, you can see and print W-2 starting January 13. However, if you have auto pay and file turned off, you can print and send them to your employees beginning January 1. Here's an article for more details about the timing of your W-2 form: When will my W-2s be ready?

Please keep in mind that we will only depend on the IRS about the forms update and when they will make it available on your product. If you really need it as soon as possible, you can reach out to the IRS.

I've also added the following articles for future references:

Please post a reply if you need more help in managing your payroll tax forms. I'll be here. Stay safe!

RainflurryAnswer

@GebelAlainaM

Actually, the 2022 Form W-2 is available and it is attached. Also, the IRS requires employers to provide a W-2 within 30 days of it being requested by an employee that is no longer employed.

Here is what the IRS says:

If employment ends before December 31, 2022, you may furnish copies to the employee at any time after employment ends, but no later than January 31, 2023. If an employee asks for Form W-2, give him or her the completed copies within 30 days of the request or within 30 days of the final wage payment, whichever is later.

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