Copies & Transcripts-W-2’s
Question: Can I get copies of my prior year Forms W-2 from the IRS?
Answer: YES, The quickest way to obtain a copy of a prior year Form W-2 (PDF) is through your employer. However,
If that is not possible, you can order and pay for copies of your entire return (attachments include Form W-2 (PDF)) from IRS, or
Order Form W-2 (PDF) information at no charge from the IRS.
The IRS can provide Form W-2 (PDF) information for up to 10 years.
Information for the current year is generally not available until the year after it is filed with the IRS. For example, Form W-2 (PDF) information for 2007, filed in 2008, will not be available from IRS until 2009.
To receive a copy of your return, complete and mail Form 4506 (PDF), Request for Copy of Tax Return.
To receive a tax return transcript, complete and mail Form 4506-T (PDF), Request for Transcript of Tax Return.
You should allow 60 calendar days for a response.
IRS : Need copies of prior years W-2's
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