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How to Request W-2 Forms From the IRS

By Business & Finance Last updated Wednesday, June/05/2024

1). Download and print the IRS PDF file form 4506 from the IRS website (see Resources). You'll need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view and print the form. If you don't have it, you can download it for free (http://www.adobe.com).
2). Fill out the form entirely (use a blue or black ink pen). Double-check the form for accuracy. Include the tax year for the W2 you want a copy of. Sign and date the form at the bottom.
3). Mail the completed form, along with a payment of $57 for each tax year requested, to the address listed on the final page of form 4506. There are six different addresses; the address you need to send the form to will depend on the state you live in.
4). Wait up to 60 business days for the IRS to respond to your request. The copy of your tax return (including your W2) will be mailed to the address you specified on form 4506.

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