New Jersey Form W-2 & NJ W-3M Filing Requirements for 2024

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New Jersey W-2 Filing Criteria

The State of New Jersey mandates W-2 filing, even if no state tax is withheld.

Filing Criteria Form W-2

Criteria 1

If there is New Jersey state tax withheld

Filing Method:

Direct State Filing

Additional Form:

Form NJ W-3M

Deadline:

February 15, 2025

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Criteria 2

If there is no New Jersey State Tax Withholding

Filing Method:

Direct State Filing

Additional Form:

Not Required

Deadline:

February 15, 2025

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Information Required to File W-2 Forms with New Jersey

Discover the key information needed to file Form W2 with the State of New Jersey.

Information Required to File W-2 Forms

1. Employer’s state ID number

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

New Jersey state ID Format: 12 digits - 3 digits and hyphen followed by 3 digits and hyphen followed by 3 digits and slash followed by 3 digits (Eg: 99-999-999/999)

2. New Jersey state/local wages

The total amount of taxable wages, tips, that is subject to New Jersey state income tax.

3. New Jersey state tax withheld

The total amount of state income taxes withheld from the employee’s wages.

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If you’ve withheld any New Jersey taxes, you must file Reconciliation Form NJ-W-3M.

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State of New Jersey - Gross Income Tax Reconciliation of Tax Withheld
Form NJ-W-3M

Form NJ-W-3M is a Gross Income Tax Reconciliation used to report the annual filing requirements for employers or entities that withhold New Jersey Gross Income Tax from employee or recipient payments.

The following information is needed to complete Form NJ-W-3M:

  • Total gross wages, pension and annuity income, and gambling winnings.
  • Copy of Gross Income Tax Withheld From Unregistered Unincorporated Contractors.
  • Preparer/Firm Identification Number
New Jersey Annual Reconciliation Form NJ-W-3M

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TaxBandits – Simplifying New Jersey State W-2 Compliance

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How Is Form W-2 Filed with the State of New Jersey?

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  • 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 necessary State Filing Details.

  • 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 New Jersey require W-2 filing?

Yes, the state of New Jersey mandates the W-2 filing even if there is no state tax withholding.


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

Yes. The State of New Jersey requires additional forms to be filed along with Form W2 while e-filing. You must include Form NJ-W-3M with your W-2s. (When you E-file Form W2 Online with TaxBandits, you need to take care of the reconciliation Form NJ-W-3M).


What are the special fields required when filing a Form W-2 with New Jersey?

When e-filing Form W-2 for New Jersey, the state requires some special fields,

  • Private Family Leave Insurance Plan Number (issued by the state)
  • Family Leave Insurance Withheld
  • Private Disability Plan Number (issued by the state)
  • Disability Insurance Withheld
  • Combined NJ unemployment insurance, Workforce Development Program and health Care Subsidy Withheld
  • Was the employee an active participant (for any part of the year) in a retirement plan

What is the deadline to file W-2 with New Jersey?

The deadline to file Form W2 and Form NJ-W-3M is February 15, 2025.(If the deadline falls on a weekend or federal holiday, the next business day is the deadline)


Can I electronically file a W-2 with New Jersey?

Yes, you must file W-2 Forms electronically with New Jersey. There is no option to file NJ W-2 Forms by paper with the State of New Jersey. Make sure to include your Form NJ-W-3M with your W-2 forms.

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What are the W-2 penalties for New Jersey?

The state of New Jersey may impose penalties and interests for the below:

  • Late filing of W-2

    If you file W-2 late, you will be charged a penalty of $100.00 per month.

  • Late payment of state withheld taxes

    If you pay your NJ W-2 taxes late, you will be charged 5% of your tax due as a penalty.

  • Underpayment of state taxes

    You may be charged $5% of your unpaid taxes each month you delay. However, it will not go above 25% of your tax liability.

  • Interest

    3% above the prime rate

    Interest is imposed each month (or part of a month) on the unpaid tax balance from the original due date until the date of payment.

    At the end of each calendar year, any outstanding tax, penalties, and interest will be added to your balance due, and interest will be charged on the total combined balance.

Learn more about Form W-2 penalties.


Can I file a W-2c with the State of New Jersey?

Yes, you can file a correction form W-2c to rectify the errors in your previously filed W-2s. As of now, the state accepts only the e-filing of W-2C. While e-filing W-2c, the amended Form NJ-W-3M should be accompanied.


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

The State of New Jersey only accepts the electronic filing of W-2s.

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