Most taxpayers got their W-2 Forms by the end of January. Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement, shows the income and taxes withheld from an employee’s pay for the year. Taxpayers need it to file an accurate tax return.

If you have not received your form by mid-February, here’s what you should do:

Contact your Employer

Taxpayers should ask their employer (or former employer) for a copy of their W-2. Be sure the employer has your correct address.

Call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040

If a taxpayer is unable to get a copy from their employer, they may call the IRS after Feb. 27. The IRS will send a letter to the employer on the taxpayer’s behalf. The taxpayer will need the following when they call:

• Your name, address, Social Security number and phone number;
• Your employer’s name (or former employer), address and phone number;
• The dates you worked for the employer; and
• An estimate of your wages and federal income tax withheld in 2016. Use a final pay stub for these amounts.

File on Time

Taxpayers should file their tax return by April 18, 2017. If they still haven’t received their W-2, we can use Form 4852, Substitute for Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement. You should estimate your wages and taxes withheld as best as possible.

Correct a Tax Return if Necessary

Taxpayers may need to correct their tax return if they get a missing W-2 after they file. If the tax information on the W-2 is different from what they originally reported, we may need to file an amended tax return.