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Michigan Form W-2 & 5081 Filing Requirements for 2023

The State of Michigan Mandates
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Michigan W2 Reporting Requirements

The State of Michigan mandates filing Form W2 with the state agency under the following conditions:

Scenario Scenario 1 Scenario 2
Withholding Conditions If there is any Michigan State Tax Withholding If there is no Michigan State Tax Withholding
Filing Method Direct State Filing
Additional Forms Form-5081 (Sales, Use and Withholding Taxes Annual Return) Not Required
Due Date January 31, 2024

The State of Michigan requires the following Forms:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Michigan require W2 filing?

Yes, the Michigan Department of Treasury mandates the filing of the W2 Forms even if there is no state
tax withholding.


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

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.

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


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,

  • City Taxable Wages
  • City Tax Withheld

What is Form 5081?

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.


What is the due date to file W2 with Michigan?

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


What are the filing requirements of Form W2 electronically to Michigan?

The Michigan state 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.


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

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.


Where do I mail Michigan W2 forms?

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

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Michigan Department of Treasury,
P.O. Box 30401,
Lansing, MI 48909-7901.

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