New Jersey Form
W-2 & NJ W-3M
Filing Requirements for 2024
The State of New Jersey Mandates W-2 Filing!
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New Jersey W2 Reporting Requirements
The State of New Jersey mandates filing Form W2 with the state agency under the following conditions:
| Scenarios | Scenario 1 | Scenario 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Withholding Conditions | If there is any New Jersey State Tax Withholding | If there is no New Jersey State Tax Withholding |
| Filing Method | Direct State Filing | |
| Additional Forms | Form NJ-W-3M - Division of Taxation Gross Income Tax | Not Required |
| Due Date | February 15, 2025 | |
The State of New Jersey requires the following Forms:
- Form W-2: Wage and Tax Statement
- Form 1099: (1099-NEC, 1099-MISC, 1099-INT, 1099-DIV, 1099-R, 1099-B, 1099-G, 1099-K, 1099-OID, and W-2G) Learn more about New Jersey 1099 State Filing Requirements.
- Form NJ-W-3M: Division of Taxation Gross Income Tax Reconciliation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does New Jersey require W-2 filing?
Yes, the state of New Jersey mandates the W-2 filing even if there is no state tax withholding.
Does New Jersey require any additional forms to be submitted while filing W-2?
Yes. The State of New Jersey requires additional forms to be filed along with Form W2 while e-filing. You must include Form NJ-W-3M with your W-2s.
Note: When you E-file Form W2 Online with TaxBandits, we will take care of the reconciliation
Form NJ-W-3M.
What are the special fields required when filing a Form W-2 with New Jersey?
When e-filing Form W-2 for New Jersey, the state requires some special fields,
- Private Family Leave Insurance Plan Number (issued by the state)
- Family Leave Insurance Withheld
- Private Disability Plan Number (issued by the state)
- Disability Insurance Withheld
- Combined NJ unemployment insurance, Workforce Development Program and health Care Subsidy Withheld
- Was the employee an active participant (for any part of the year) in a retirement plan
What is the deadline to file W-2 with New Jersey?
The deadline to file Form W2 and Form NJ-W-3M is February 15.
Note: If the deadline falls on a weekend or federal holiday, the next business day is the deadline.
Can I electronically file a W-2 with New Jersey?
Yes, you must file W-2 Forms electronically with New Jersey. There is no option to file NJ W-2 Forms by paper with the State of New Jersey. Make sure to include your Form NJ-W-3M with your W-2 forms.
If you are looking for a certified e-file service provider, TaxBandits is here! We support both Federal and State filing of W-2s.
Note: When you E-file Form W2 Online with TaxBandits, we will take care of the reconciliation
Form NJ-W-3M.
What are the W-2 penalties for New Jersey?
The state of New Jersey may impose penalties and interests for the below:
Late filing of W-2
- If you file W-2 late, you will be charged a penalty of $100.00 per month.
Late payment of state withheld taxes
- If you pay your NJ W-2 taxes late, you will be charged 5% of your tax due as a penalty.
Underpayment of state taxes
- You may be charged $5% of your unpaid taxes each month you delay. However, it will not go above 25% of your tax liability.
Interest
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3% above the prime rate
- Interest is imposed each month (or part of a month) on the unpaid tax balance from the original due date until the date of payment.
- At the end of each calendar year, any outstanding tax, penalties, and interest will be added to your balance due, and interest will be charged on the total combined balance.
Learn more about Form W-2 penalties.
Can I file a W-2c with the State of New Jersey?
Yes, you can file a correction form W-2c to rectify the errors in your previously filed W-2s. As of now, the state accepts only the e-filing of W-2C. While e-filing W-2c, the amended Form NJ-W-3M should be accompanied.
Where do I mail W-2 forms when filing with the State of New Jersey?
The State of New Jersey only accepts the electronic filing of W-2s.
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