Maryland Form W-2 & MW508 Filing Requirements for 2024

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Maryland W-2 filing Criteria for 2024

The State of Maryland requires W-2 filing, even if no state tax is withheld.

Filing Criteria Form W-2

Criteria 1

Even if there is no Maryland State Tax Withholding

Filing Method:

Direct State Filing

Additional Form:

Form MW508

Deadline:

January 31, 2025

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Information Required to File W-2 Forms with Maryland

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

Information Required to File W-2 Forms

1. Employer’s state ID number

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

Maryland State ID Format: 8 digits (Eg: 99999999)

2. Maryland state/local wages

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

3. Maryland 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 Maryland taxes, you must file Reconciliation Form MW508.

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Maryland Annual Employer Withholding Reconciliation Form MW508

Form MW508 is an Annual Employer Withholding Reconciliation used to report the total income taxes withheld from employees/contractors and taxes remitted to the state. It is filed annually to ensure compliance with Maryland's withholding tax requirements.

The following information is needed to complete Form Form MW508:

  • Total Number of W2 forms
  • Total Maryland withholding tax reported
  • Total tax-exempt credit paid to tax-exempt organizations
  • Overpayment
Maryland Annual Reconciliation Form A-3

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TaxBandits – Simplifying Maryland State W-2 Compliance

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Maryland require W-2 filing for 2024?

Yes, the state of Maryland requires W-2 forms to be filed, even if no state tax is withheld.

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

Yes! When you file W-2 with Maryland, it requires additional forms to be submitted.

  • E-filing - You are required to submit only Form MW508 (Annual Employer Withholding Reconciliation Return). If you prefer e-filing, TaxBandits is here to help you.
  • Paper-filing - When you paper file W-2s, attach Form MW508 and W-3. (When you W2 Online with TaxBandits, we will take care of the reconciliation Form MW508.)

What are the special fields required when e-filing a Form W-2 with Maryland?

When e-filing Form W-2 for Maryland, the state requires

  • Maryland State Pick-up Amount
  • Employee Withholding Allowance (Number of exemptions claimed on Form W-4 Employee’s Withholding Allowance Certificate) as their special field.
  • NAICS Code - North American Industry Classification System (Business Activity Code)

What is the deadline to file W-2 with Maryland?

The deadline to file Form W-2 with Maryland is January 31. (If the deadline falls on a weekend or federal holiday, the next weekday is the deadline.)


Can I electronically file W-2 with Maryland?

Yes, the State of Maryland supports the electronic filing of W-2s. It is mandatory to E-file W-2s to the state when you file 25 or more W-2s.

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What are the W-2 penalties for Maryland?

The State of Maryland will impose penalties for the following:

  • Not filing W-2 on time
  • Not paying the state taxes on time
  • Not filing W-2 on time - $100 per statement

Learn more about Form W-2 penalties.


Can I file W-2c with the State of Maryland?

Yes, you can file corrections to a previously filed W-2 if you have made mistakes on it. However, the state accepts only the paper filing of W-2c. Your W-2c must accompany amended Form W-3c and Form MW508A.


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

The state only accepts paper copies of W-2 if you are filing 25 forms or less. When filing over 25 forms, you are required to file them electronically. TaxBandits assists with e-filing. Sign up for a free TaxBandits account to submit your W-2s in a few simple steps.

If you paper file W-2s, attach Form MW508 & Form W-3 and send them to the address below:

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Revenue Administration Division,
ATTN: Returns Processing, Room 206,
110 Carroll Street,
Annapolis, MD 21411-0001.
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If you made errors on the W-2 forms filed with the State of Maryland, you can correct them by downloading the corrected form and mailing it to the address provided above.

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