Colorado Form W-2 & DR-1093 Filing Requirements for 2024
The State of Colorado Mandates W-2 Filing!
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Colorado W2 Reporting Requirements
The State of Colorado mandates filing Form W2 with the state agency under the following conditions:
| Scenario | Scenario 1 | Scenario 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Withholding Conditions | If there is any Colorado State Tax Withholding | If there is no Colorado State Tax Withholding |
| Filing Method | Direct State Filing | Direct State Filing |
| Additional Forms | Form DR-1093 - Annual Transmittal | Not Required |
| Due Date | January 31, 2025 | |
The State of Colorado requires the following Forms:
- Form W-2: Wage and Tax Statement
- Form 1099: (1099-NEC, 1099-MISC, 1099-INT, 1099-DIV, 1099-R, 1099-B, 1099-G, 1099-K, 1099-OID, and W-2G) Learn more about Colorado 1099 State Filing Requirements.
- Form DR-1093: Annual Transmittal
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Colorado require W2 filing?
Yes. The Colorado Department of Revenue requires W2 filing even if there is no state withholding.
Does Colorado have any additional requirements when filing W2 forms?
Yes. The state of Colorado requires an additional form to file along with Form W2.
Colorado has an additional requirement of Form DR-1093 ( Annual Transmittal of State W-2 Forms) to be filed only if there is state withholding.
Note: When you E-File Form W2 Online with TaxBandits, you need to take care of the reconciliation Form DR-1093. The reconciliation Form DR-1093 must be filed only through paper filing to the state of Colorado
What is Form DR-1093?
Form DR-1093 is the Annual Transmittal of State W-2 Forms used to report income tax withheld per W-2s and income tax withheld and paid.
What is the due date to file W2 with Colorado?
The filing due date for Form W2 with Colorado is January 31.
Note: If the due date falls on a weekend or federal holiday, the next business day is the deadline.
What are the filing requirements of Form W2 electronically to the State of Colorado?
The State of Colorado mandates e-filing for employers submitting 250 or more W2 forms. Employers with fewer than 250 W2 forms may also submit through electronically for more efficiency.
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Where do I mail Colorado W2 forms?
Mail your Form W2s along with Form DR-1093 to the following address.
Denver, CO 80261-0009.
W-2 Correction Mailing Address (along with the cover letter):
Discovery Section
PO Box 17087
Denver, CO 80217-0087.
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