District of Columbia Form W-2 Filing Requirements

The State of District of Columbia Mandates W-2 Filing!

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District of Columbia W-2 State Filing Requirements

  • The Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement should be filed with the
    District of Columbia.

Deadline to file Form W-2 is

January 31, 2025.

TaxBandits is here to help you with the Federal and State filing of Form W-2.

Q. Does the District of Columbia require W-2 filing?

A. Yes, the District of Columbia mandates the filing of the W2 Forms only if there was a state tax withholding.

Q. Does the District of Columbia require any additional forms to be submitted with W-2s?

A. Yes, the state requires additional forms, depending on your filing method.

When you e-file W-2s, you don’t have to submit any additional forms. TaxBandits can assist you in completing your W-2.

When you paper file W-2, you are required to attach the paper copies of Form WT and W-3.

Q. What is the deadline to file W-2 with the District of Columbia?

A. The deadline to file Form W2 with the District of Columbia is January 31.

Note: If the deadline falls on a weekend or federal holiday, the next business day is the deadline.

Q. Can I electronically file W-2 with the District of Columbia?

A. Yes, the District of Columbia accepts electronic filing of W-2. You must transmit W-2s electronically when filing 25 or more forms.

Looking for an e-file service provider? TaxBandits simplifies W2 Online filing with the District of Columbia and the SSA. When you e-file with us, you can grant your employees access to view/download their W-2s via TaxBandits’ Online Access Portal.

Q. What are the W-2 penalties for the District of Columbia?

A. As an employer, you are subject to penalties if you file W-2 late and/or pay the taxes late.

W-2 penalties for the District of Columbia - 2024

Form W-2 Penalty Interest
Not filing W-2 by
the due date
5% of your unpaid taxes per month until you file your W-2s. The penalty will not exceed 25% of your taxes. -
Not paying the state taxes 5% of your unpaid taxes per month until you file your W-2s. The penalty will not exceed 25% of your taxes. 10% per year, compounded daily
Underpayment of taxes 20% of your unpaid taxes -

Learn more about Form W-2 penalties.

Q. Can I file W-2c with the District of Columbia?

Yes, you can electronically file W-2c once you identify errors in previously filed W-2s. The state also accepts the paper filing of W-2c.

Q. Where do I mail W-2 forms when filing with the District of Columbia?

A. The District of Columbia only accepts paper copies of W-2 if the total number of forms is 24 or less. If you plan to file 25 or more W-2s, you must file them electronically.

Whether you file 50 or 5000 forms, e-filing is more convenient, and the state will process your W-2s at a faster rate. Sign up with TaxBandits, an IRS-certified e-file provider, to transmit your W-2s hassle-free.

If you still want to paper file W-2s, attach Form WT & W-3 and mail them to:

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Office of Tax and Revenue,
1101 4th St., SW, FL4,
Washington, DC 20024

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