Minnesota W-2 Filing Requirements
The State of Minnesota Mandates W-2 Filing!
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Minnesota W-2 Reporting Requirements
The State of Minnesota mandates filing Form W2 with the state agency under the following conditions:
| Scenarios | Scenario 1 | Scenario 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Withholding Conditions | If there is any Minnesota State Tax Withholding | If there is no Minnesota State Tax Withholding |
| Filing Method | Direct State Filing | |
| Additional Forms | Not Required | |
| Due Date | January 31, 2025 | |
The State of Minnesota requires the following Forms:
- Form W-2: Wage and Tax Statement
- Form 1099: (1099-NEC, 1099-MISC, 1099-K, 1099-INT, 1099-DIV, 1099-R, 1099-B, 1099-G, 1099-OID, and W-2G) Learn more about Minnesota 1099 State Filing Requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Minnesota require W2 filing?
Yes. The Minnesota Department of Revenue requires W2 filing even if there is no state withholding. The State accepts W2 filing even when you are actively registered for withholding tax.
Does Minnesota have any additional requirements when filing W2 forms?
No. Minnesota doesn’t have any additional requirements when filing a W2 Form.
What is the due date to file W2 with Minnesota?
The filing due date for Form W-2 with Minnesota is January 31.
Note:If the deadline falls on a weekend or federal holiday, the next business day is the deadline.
What are the requirements to file W2 electronically with Minnesota?
The State of Minnesota mandates filing electronically if you are submitting 10 or more W2 forms.
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What are the penalties for not filing or filing W2 late with Minnesota?
Failure to file or late filing a W-2 form, the Minnesota Department of Revenue may impose a penalty of $50 for each instance of non-compliance. This includes:
- Not providing your employee with a federal Form W-2.
- Failing to submit the W-2 to the department.
- Providing false or fraudulent information on a W-2.
- Refusing to supply all required information on a W-2.
The maximum penalty can reach up to $25,000 per year.
Learn more about Form W-2 penalties.
Where do I mail Minnesota W2 forms?
When you file 10 or more W-2s, you are required to submit the forms electronically. Minnesota accepts paper submissions only if you file less than 10 W-2s. For paper submission, mail your W-2 to the following address:
Mail Station 1173,
600 N. Robert St.
St. Paul, MN 55146-1173
For W-2c forms, you can use the same address.
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