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If you originally filed your W-2 with TaxBandits, file corrections at no additional cost. For W-2s filed elsewhere, standard rates apply. Either way, we make it simple.

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  • Step-by-step guidance
  • Bulk W-2 corrections made simple
  • TIN Matching & USPS address verification
  • File directly with the SSA and states
  • Deliver copies via postal mail or online

You can file a Form W-2c with TaxBandits even if you filed your original W-2 with other providers. E-File Now!

TaxBandits Bandit Commitment

The Bandit Commitment
Ensuring the right outcome with
no-cost corrections

When you file a W-2 with TaxBandits, you're not just submitting a form—you're securing the right outcome. We believe you shouldn’t have to pay extra to fix something that should have been right the first time.

If corrections are needed down the line, we’ve got you covered,
with no additional fees.

Applicable only for returns filed with us for the 2025 tax year and onwards. Read the terms and conditions.

Getting the right data in

Getting the right data in

W-2 corrections begin with accurate data validation to help reduce errors before your Form W-2c is filed with the SSA.

Guided, end-to-end compliance

Guided, end-to-end compliance

From federal and state corrections to employee copy distribution, TaxBandits helps manage every step of your W-2c filing process.

No-cost corrections & retransmissions

No-cost corrections & retransmissions

If your W-2c is rejected by the SSA or requires further corrections, you can fix and resubmit at no additional cost.

Money-back guarantee

Money-back guarantee

If we’re unable to get your W-2c accepted by the SSA, you can request a refund of your filing fee.

Everything You Need for W-2 Corrections

One platform. Every step of the correction process is simplified.

Federal and State Corrections

Federal and State Corrections

File your W-2c with the SSA and supported state agencies in one submission — no separate logins, no extra steps.

Bulk Filing Made Simple

Bulk Filing Made Simple

Correcting W-2s for multiple employees? Upload all records at once using a standard CSV template and file in bulk.

TIN Matching & Free Address Verification

TIN Matching & Free Address Verification

Validate employee TINs against IRS records and verify mailing addresses through USPS before your corrections are submitted.

Smart Review

Smart Review

Catch common errors before they reach the SSA. TaxBandits flags missing or inconsistent data so you can fix it before you file.

Employee Copy Distribution

Employee Copy Distribution

Send copies to employees via postal mail or online. If you’ve enabled online access for the original W-2, share the corrected copies at no additional cost.

W-3c Auto-Generation

W-3c Auto-Generation

No need to prepare the W-3c separately. When you file your W-2c, TaxBandits automatically generates and attaches the accompanying W-3c form.

Real-Time Status Updates

Real-Time Status Updates

Know exactly where your filing stands. Get instant status updates once your W-2c is submitted and processed by the SSA/states.

BanditAI

BanditAI

Get instant answers to your W-2c filing questions with our built-in AI chatbot — available anytime, right inside your account.

Live Customer Support

Live Customer Support

Reach our experts via live chat, phone, or email. Real people, ready to help you through every step of the correction process.

What Information Can I Correct on Form W-2?

If any of the following details are incorrect, you can file a W-2c to correct them.

What Information Can I Correct on Form W-2?
1.

Employee name, SSN, or address incorrectly reported on the original W-2

2.

Wages, tips, and other compensation paid to the employee during the tax year

3.

Federal, Social Security, and Medicare taxes withheld from the employee's wages

4.

W-2 box codes, uncollected taxes, elective deferrals, and other Box 12 amounts

5.

State and local wages, tips, and income tax withheld and reported to state agencies

Do you need to correct any of the above information on the W-2 form you have already filed?

How to Correct Form W-2 with TaxBandits

Follow these simple steps to correct or void your W-2 online.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Filing Form W-2c Online

What is Form W-2c?

Form W-2c is used to correct errors on a previously issued Form W-2. If mistakes were found in the original filed Form W-2, you must file Form W-2c with the SSA and provide a copy to the employee. The following errors can be corrected on the W-2c form.

  • Incorrect name, address, SSN
  • Incorrect employee earnings such as wages, tips, and other compensation
  • Incorrect income tax withheld (federal, Social Security, and Medicare)
  • Incorrect State/Local information

When is the due date to file Form W2c?

There is no specific deadline for filing Form W-2c. However, the SSA suggests that you file Form W-2c as soon as you discover an error(s) on your original Form W-2.


How do I correct my name or SSN using Form W-2c?

If there is an error in the employee's name or SSN on the previously filed W-2 Form, complete boxes "a" to "i" on Form W-2c and submit it to the SSA.


How do I correct the incorrect year or EIN on Form W-2?

In order to correct the employer’s TIN and Tax year, you will need to contact the Social Security Administration (SSA). The Employer Service Liaison Officer (ESLO) of the SSA will provide assistance with all necessary procedures and applications.

For more information, visit: https://www.ssa.gov/employer/wagereporting_specialists.htm


What are the penalties for filing a W-2 with incorrect information?

Failing to file a Form W-2 with accurate information by the January 31 deadline can result in penalties. The penalties for Form W-2 range from $60 to $680 per form for the 2025 tax year. To avoid additional penalties, correct any errors promptly using W-2c forms.

To learn more about the penalties of Form W-2, click here.


Can I correct the state information on Form W-2?

Yes! TaxBandits supports state W-2 corrections. However, the process and filing fee depend on two things — where you originally filed your W-2 and whether your state accepts electronic corrections or requires paper filing.

State type Originally Filed with TaxBandits Filed Elsewhere
States that accept electronic corrections No charges apply — covered under the Bandit Commitment Standard state filing charges apply
States that require paper corrections $1.85 per form (postal mailing)
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