Nebraska Form W-2 & W-3N Filing Requirements for 2024

Nebraska requires certain businesses to file Reconciliation
Form W-3N with W-2s.

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Nebraska W-2 Filing Criteria for 2024

The State of Nebraska requires W-2 filing, even if no state tax is withheld.

Criteria Filing Requirement Additional Requirement Due Date

Even if there is no Nebraska State Tax Withholding

You must file a W-2 directly with the state

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Form W-3N - Nebraska Reconciliation of Income Tax Withheld

January 31, 2025

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Information Required to File W-2 Forms with Nebraska

Discover the key information needed to file Form W2with the State of Nebraska.

Information Required to File W-2 Forms

1. Employer’s state ID number

The employer's state identification number refers to the Nebraska Withholding Tax Account Number.

Nebraska State ID Format:

  • 8 digits (Eg: 99999999)

2. Nebraska state/local wages

  • The total amount of taxable wages and tips is subject to Nebraska state income tax.

3. Nebraska state/local tax withheld

  • The total amount of state income taxes withheld from the employee’s wages.
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If you’ve withheld any Nebraska taxes, you must file Reconciliation Form W-3N.

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Nebraska Reconciliation of Income Tax Withheld Form W-3N

Form W-3N is a Reconciliation of Income Tax Withheld used by employers to report and reconcile the total state income tax withheld from employees' wages with the amounts reported on their quarterly tax returns.

Information Reported on W-3N:

  • Total Nebraska income is subject to income tax withholding.
  • Nebraska income tax withholding.
  • Nonemployee compensation is subject to withholding.
  • Tax incentive compensation credits are used against income tax withholding.
  • Amounts of tax paid on quarterly returns.
  • Balance due or overpayment explanations.
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TaxBandits doesn't support filing 'Form W-3N' with the state. The payer must file the form directly with the state before the deadline.

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If you choose TaxBandits for your Nebraska W-2 filing, you need to take care of your reconciliation form.

TaxBandits – Simplifying Nebraska State W-2 Compliance

TaxBandits supports the e-filing of W-2 forms directly with the Nebraska Department of Revenue, ensuring compliance with state regulations.

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Easily access and download Nebraska W-2 form PDFs for filing corrections or record-keeping purposes.

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If your W-2 forms are rejected by the Nebraska 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 Nebraska?

Create your account and follow these steps to easily e-file your W-2s with the SSA and the state of Nebraska!

  • Step 1: Choose Form W-2

    Select the type of W-2 form you want to file.

  • Step 2: Enter Form W-2 details

    Complete the form using manual entry or other bulk import options.

  • Step 3: Complete State Filing Information

    Provide the required Nebraska state details for Form W-2.

  • Step 4: Choose Distribution Options

    Opt for our distribution services – Postal Mailing, Online Access, or BanditComplete.

  • 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 Nebraska require W-2 filing?

Yes, the Nebraska Department of Revenue requires the filing of the W2 Forms even if there is no state tax withholding.


Does Nebraska require any additional forms to be submitted
while filing W-2?

Yes. Nebraska requires additional forms when submitting W-2.

  • When paper filing, you must submit both Form W-3N (Reconciliation of Income Tax Withheld) and W-3.
  • When e-filing, you are required to submit only Form W-3N. (When you E-File Form W2 Online with TaxBandits, you need to take care of the reconciliation Form W-3N)

When is the deadline to file W-2 with Nebraska?

The filing due date for Form W2 and Form W-3N with Nebraska is January 31, 2025. (If the due date falls on a weekend or federal holiday, the next business day is the deadline)


Can I electronically file W-2 with Nebraska?

Yes, you can file your W-2 electronically only if you file more than 50 forms. TaxBanidts, an IRS-certified e-file service provider, is here to simplify
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What are the W-2 penalties for Nebraska?

Nebraska may charge a fine for the following:

  • Late filing of W-2 - $2 per statement, but will not exceed $2000
  • Late payment of taxes - 5% of your taxes + interest
  • Not e-filing W-2s when you were required to - $2 per statement, but will not exceed $2000

Learn more about Form W-2 penalties.


Can I file W-2c with the State of Nebraska?

Yes, you can file a W-2c with the State of Nebraska to correct errors on a previously filed W-2. Only paper filing is allowed for W-2c, and you should include the amended W-3 and W-3N forms along with your W-2c. Moreover, there is no specific deadline for filing W-2c.


Where do I mail W-2 forms when filing with the State of Nebraska?

Mail your copies to the state agency only when you file less than 50 forms. If you’re submitting more than 50 forms, e-filing is the only acceptable mode. Whatever the form count may be, e-filing is the best option to submit W-2s. It will save a lot of time, spending on paperwork.

If you still want to paper file W-2s, attach W-3 & W-3N and send them to the address below:

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Nebraska Department of Revenue,
P.O. Box 98915,
Lincoln, NE 68509-8915.

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