Yes, you can still file taxes without a W-2 or 1099. If you cannot get a copy of your W-2 or 1099, you can still file taxes by filling out Form 4852, “Substitute for Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement.” This form requests information about your wages and taxes that were withheld.

Are w2s and 1099s the same?

Simply put, 1099s and W-2s are two separate tax forms for two different types of workers. If you’re an independent contractor, you get a 1099 form. As a W-2 employee, payroll taxes are automatically deducted from your paycheck and then paid to the government through your employer.

What if I did not receive 1099s?

If you have not received an expected 1099 by a few days after that, contact the payer. If you still do not get the form by February 15, call the IRS for help at 1-800- 829-1040. In some cases, you may obtain the information that would be on the 1099 from other sources.

Why do I get a 1099 instead of a W-2?

Instead of being an employee of the company, you are employed by your own business, or “self-employed.” You’ve probably received a 1099 tax form, instead of a W-2. Many people are true independent contractors – for example, independent electricians or accountants who have many clients with whom they have business relationships.

When do I get my 1099 tax form?

As Tax Day approaches, tens of millions of workers have received “independent contractor” tax forms, or 1099’s – and their ranks are growing. Many of these workers who are filing as independent contractors for the first time may get a nasty surprise come April 17: the tax burden may come as a huge shock.

What to do if your W2 does not come?

If your W2 has not arrived you should first contact your employer. It’s possible they had an incorrect address and the form was returned. After February 16 th, if you have already contacted your employer you can contact the IRS at 800-829-1040. When do 1099 forms come out, and what if mine doesn’t come?

Where can I Find my Lost W-2 form?

The form can be downloaded at IRS.gov. “These transcripts will include tax return information including W-2s, 1099s, etc.,” Hockenberry says. While the system for lost W-2 form replacement is reliable and simple to use, there’s no similar way to replace lost receipts and other supporting documents.