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South Carolina Form W-2 & WH-1606 Filing Requirements
for 2023

The State of South Carolina Mandates W-2 Filing!

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South Carolina W2 Reporting Requirements

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

Scenario If there is any South Carolina State Tax Withholding If there is no South Carolina State Tax Withholding
Filing Method Direct State Filing
Additional Forms Form WH-1606 (SC Withholding Fourth Quarter And Annual Reconciliation Return) Not Required
Due Date January 31, 2024

The State of South Carolina requires the following Forms:

TaxBandits supports Form W-2 and 1099 filing with both the Federal and State.


Frequently Asked Questions

Does South Carolina require W-2 filing for 2023?

Yes, South Carolina requires the filing of W-2 if you have withheld state taxes.


Does South Carolina require any additional forms to be submitted while filing W-2?

Yes! When you file W-2 with South Carolina, you must attach the transmittal and reconciliation forms based on the mode of filing.

  • Paper filing: If you paper file W-2, you must submit WH-1606 and W-3.
  • E-Filing: When you e-file W-2, you are required to submit only WH-1606.

TaxBandits supports the e-filing of W-2 with South Carolina.

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Note: When you efile W2 with TaxBandits, you need to take care of filing the WH-1606


What is the deadline to file W-2 with South Carolina?

The deadline to file Form W-2 with the South Carolina Department of Revenue is January 31, 2024.

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Note: If the due date falls on a weekend or federal holiday, the next business day is the deadline.


Can I electronically file W-2 with South Carolina?

Yes, you can electronically file W-2 with South Carolina. The state mandates e-filing if you file more than
250 forms.

With TaxBandits, you can e-file W-2s in a few simple steps.


What are the W-2 penalties for South Carolina?

You will be subject to penalties for the following by the South Carolina Department of Revenue:

  • Late filing of W-2
  • Paying the taxes late
  • Late filing of W-2
    • 5% of the tax amount + additional 5% for each month your W-2 is late
  • Paying the taxes late
    • 0.5% of the tax amount + additional 0.5% for each month your W-2 is late

Learn more about Form W-2 penalties.

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Note: The penalty will not exceed 25% of your tax amount.


Can I file the correction form W-2c with the State of South Carolina?

Yes, you can file W-2c to correct the errors you made on the previously filed W-2s. Remember, you must submit W-3c with the corrected W-2s. If you prefer e-filing your W-2c, TaxBandits is here to assist you.


Where do I mail W-2 forms when filing with the State of South Carolina?

The South Carolina Department of Revenue accepts paper copies of W-2 only when you submit 250 or fewer forms. For more than 250 forms, you must e-file them. In fact, e-filing is a convenient way to submit W-2s regardless of the form volume.

If you still decide to paper file Form W-2, send the copies with the WH-1606 and W-3 to the address below:

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SCDOR,
PO Box 125,
Columbia, SC 29214-0022

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