Colorado Form W-2 & DR-1093 Filing Requirements for 2024
Colorado requires certain businesses to file Reconciliation Form DR-1093
with W-2s.
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Colorado W-2 Filing Criteria for 2024
The State of Colorado requires W-2 filing, even if no state tax is withheld.
Criteria | Filing Requirement | Additional Requirement | Due Date |
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If there is any Colorado state tax withheld |
You must file a W-2 directly with the state E-file with TaxBandits |
Form DR 1094 Colorado W-2 Wage Withholding Tax Return Form DR-1093 Annual Transmittal of State W-2 Forms |
January 31, 2025 |
If there is no Colorado State Tax Withholding |
You must file a W-2 directly with the state E-file with TaxBandits |
No additional form is required |
January 31, 2025 |
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Information Required to File W-2 Forms with Colorado
Discover the key information needed to file Form W2 with the State of Colorado.
1. Employer’s state ID number
The employer's state identification number refers to the Colorado Withholding Tax Account Number.
Colorado State ID Format: 8 digits (Eg: 99999999)
2. Colorado state/local wages
The total amount of taxable wages, tips, that is subject to Colorado state income tax.
3. Colorado state tax withheld
The total amount of state income taxes withheld from the employee’s wages.
If you’ve withheld any Colorado taxes, you must file Reconciliation Form DR-1094.
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Colorado W-2 Wage Withholding Tax Return - Form DR 1094
The DR 1094 form is an Annual Reconciliation used to report the total income taxes withheld from employees and taxes remitted to the state. It's also used to claim an overpayment refund or pay if the taxes are underpaid.
Information Reported on Form DR 1094:
- Total Colorado tax withheld from wages reportable on a W-2.
- Overpayment of tax for prior record(s) of the current year only.
- Line 1 minus line 2
- Penalty
- Interest
- Amount Owed (Total of lines 3, 4 and 5)
TaxBandits doesn't support filing 'Form DR 1101' with the state. The payer must file the form directly with the state before the deadline.
If you choose TaxBandits for your Colorado W-2 filing, you need to take care of your reconciliation form.
TaxBandits – Simplifying Colorado State W-2 Compliance
TaxBandits supports the e-filing of W-2 forms directly with the Colorado Department of Revenue, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
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State Filing Guidance
TaxBandits provides step-by-step instructions to effortlessly complete the state W2 e-filing process from start to end.
State Form PDFs
Easily access and download Colorado W-2 form PDFs for filing corrections or record-keeping purposes.
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If your W-2 forms are rejected by the Colorado Department of Revenue, you can correct errors and resubmit them for free.
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How Is Form W-2 Filed with the State of Colorado?
Create your account and follow these steps to easily e-file your W-2s with the SSA and State of Colorado!
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Step 1: Choose Form W-2
Select the type of W-2 form you want to file.
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Step 2: Enter Form W-2 details
Complete the form using manual entry or other bulk import options.
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Step 3: Complete State Filing Information
Provide the required Colorado state details for Form W-2.
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Step 4: Choose Distribution Options
Opt for our distribution services – Postal Mailing, Online Access, or BanditComplete.
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Step 5: Review and Transmit
Review your form and transmit it to the IRS and state agencies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Colorado require W2 filing?
Yes. The Colorado Department of Revenue requires W2 filing even if there is no state withholding.
Does Colorado have any additional requirements when filing W2 forms?
Yes. The state of Colorado requires an additional form to file along with Form W2.
Colorado requires filing Form DR-1093 (Annual Transmittal of State W-2 Forms) and Form DR-1094 (W-2 Wage Withholding Tax Return) only if there is state withholding.
When you E-File Form W2 Online with TaxBandits, you need to take care of the reconciliation Form DR-1093. The reconciliation Form DR-1093 must be filed only through paper filing to the state of Colorado.
What is Form DR-1093?
Form DR-1093 is the Annual Transmittal of State W-2 Forms used to report income tax withheld per W-2s and income tax withheld and paid.
What is the due date to file W2 with Colorado?
The filing due date for Form W2 with Colorado is January 31.
What are the filing requirements of Form W2 electronically to the State of Colorado?
The State of Colorado mandates e-filing for employers submitting 250 or more W2 forms. Employers with fewer than 250 W2 forms may also submit through electronically for more efficiency.
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Where do I mail Colorado W2 forms?
Mail your Form W2s along with Form DR-1093 to the following address.
Denver, CO 80261-0009.
W-2 Correction Mailing Address (along with the cover letter):
Discovery Section
PO Box 17087
Denver, CO 80217-0087.
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How to File W2 Forms with TaxBandits
Select Form W-2
Start by selecting Form W-2 from your dashboard. With TaxBandits, you can file this form for both the current and previous tax years.
Required information
Fill out the required W-2 information and the respective state information in the appropriate fields.
Review Federal Information
Review your Federal filing information and click "Continue to State Filing" to proceed further.
Review State Filing Information
Review your state filing information and click "Continue to form distribution" to proceed further.
Choose Distribution Options
Select how you'd like to distribute recipient copies: via mail, online access, or with the BanditComplete option.
Review Form W-2 Information
Review the information and make any necessary changes if needed.
Transmit the Form to the IRS/State
After reviewing, transmit the completed Form W-2 to the IRS and state.