The state of California does not require you to file Form W2. Even though the State of California does not require W2 Form, the IRS/SSA still requires you to file Form W2 to report wages and the taxes withheld for each of your employees for the year.

When must Forms W-2 and w3 be filed?

January 31
The due date is January 31. For more information on electronic filing, refer to the General Instructions for Forms W-2 and W-3 and to Topic No.

How can I get my W-2 form online?

To order official IRS information returns such as Forms W-2 and W-3, which include a scannable Copy A for filing, go to IRS’ Online Ordering for Information Returns and Employer Returns page, or visit and click on Employer and Information returns.

Where to get IRS Form W-2 in California?

IRS Form W-2 reporting requirements or instructions: Visit the IRS or contact them at 1-800-829-3676 for physical copies of forms. For help with state information on Form W-2, refer to the California Employer’s Guide (DE 44) (PDF) or contact us at 1-888-745-3886.

Do you have to file a W-2 with the state?

State Filings for Form W-2. Your W-2 year-end reporting has an important component: filing with the state. Most states have their own reconciliation forms similar to the W-3 form for federal filing. These states also mandate the reconciliation form along with the state filing.

Do you need to send two copies of W2’s?

If you are mailing in a state tax return, then you only need to include in the mail one Copy 2 for each W-2 that you received. Sometimes, the W-2 forms printed and sent to employees may have one form serve two purposes.

Do you have to file reconciliation form for W-2?

Your W-2 year-end reporting has an important component: filing with the state. Most states have their own reconciliation forms similar to the W-3 form for federal filing. These states also mandate the reconciliation form along with the state filing.