Maryland Form W-2 & MW508 Filing Requirements

Q. Does Maryland mandate W2 filing?

A. Yes, the Maryland Department of Revenue mandates the filing of the W2 Forms Even if there is no state tax withholding.

Q. Does Maryland have any additional requirements when you file W2 forms?

A. Yes. The state of Maryland requires additional forms to file along with Form W2.
Maryland has an additional Form MW508 (Reconciliation) to be sent only if there is a state tax withheld.

Q. What is Form MW508?

A. Form MW508 is an Annual Employer Reconciliation report used to report the wages and total income taxes withheld from employee paychecks.

Q. What is the due date to file W2 with Maryland?

A. The filing due date for both Form W2 and Form MW508 is January 31.

Q. What are the requirements to file W2 electronically with Maryland?

A. The State of Maryland mandates filing electronically if you are submitting 25 or more W2s.

Q. What are the penalties for not filing or filing W2 late with Maryland?

A. A penalty of $100 will be imposed for each form W2 not filed on time with the state of Maryland.

Q. Where do I mail Maryland W2 forms?