Michigan Form W-2 & 5081 Filing Requirements for 2023

The State of Michigan Mandates W-2 Filing!

Michigan W-2 State Filing Requirements


Select your State for W-2 Reporting Requirements

TaxBandits for Every Business
1099 state filing requirements
Form W2 State Filing Requirements –
A Quick Guide
Learn More

Michigan W-2 State Filing Requirements

  • Form W-2 - Wage and Tax Statements
  • Form-5081 - Sales, Use and Withholding Taxes Annual Return

Deadline to file Form W-2 is

January 31, 2024.

Deadline to file Form-5081 is

February 28, 2024.

TaxBandits is here to help you with both Federal and State filing of Form W-2.

Q. Does Michigan require W2 filing?

A. Yes, the Michigan Department of Treasury mandates the filing of the W2 Forms only if there is a state tax withholding.

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

A. Yes. The state of Michigan requires additional forms to file along with Form W2.
Michigan has an additional Form 5081 (Annual Withholding Taxes) to be sent only if there is a state tax withheld.

Note: When you E-File Form W2 Online with TaxBandits, you need to take care of the reconciliation Form 5081.

Q. What are the special fields required when filing a Form W-2 with Michigan?

When e-filing Form W-2 for Michigan, the state requires special fields,

  • Detroit city income
  • Detroit city tax withheld

Q. What is Form 5081?

A. Form 5081 is the Annual Reconciliation Form used to report the total income taxes withheld from employees. Also, it is used to claim an overpayment refund or pay if the taxes are underpaid.

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

A. The filing due date to file Form W2 is January 31 and Form 5081 with the state of Michigan is February 28.

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

A. The State of Michigan suggests filing electronically if you are submitting 250 or more W2s.

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

A. A penalty of $10 will be imposed per day for Form W2 not filed on time with the state of Michigan.

Learn more about Form W-2 penalties.

Q. Where do I mail Michigan W2 forms?

A. Mail your Form W2 along with your Form 5081 to the following address:

Map Icon

Get started with TaxBandits today and stay compliant with the State of Michigan! Start Filing Now

More FAQ on W-2 State Filings

Success Starts with TaxBandits

The Smart Business Owners Choice

Create a Free Account