Virginia Form W-2 & VA-6/VA-6H Filing Requirements
The State of Virginia Mandates W-2 Filing!
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Virginia W2 Reporting Requirements
The State of Virginia mandates filing Form W2 with the state agency under the following conditions:
| Scenarios | Scenario 1 | Scenario 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Withholding Conditions | If there is any Virginia State Tax Withholding | If there is no Virginia State Tax Withholding |
| Filing Method | Direct State Filing | Not Required |
| Additional Forms | Form VA-6/VA-6H | Not Required |
| Due Date | January 31, 2025 | |
The State of Virginia 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 Virginia 1099 State Filing Requirements.
- Form VA-6/VA-6H: Employer’s Annual or Final Summary of Income Tax Withheld return.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Virginia require W2 filing?
Yes, the Virginia Department of Revenue mandates the filing of the W2 Forms only if there is a state tax withholding.
Does Virginia have any additional requirements when you file W2 forms?
Yes. Virginia has an additional Form VA-6/VA-6H to be sent only if there is a state tax withholding.
Note: When you E-File Form W2 Online with TaxBandits, you need to take care of the reconciliation Form VA-6/VA-6H.
What is Form VA-6/VA-6H?
Form VA-6 is used to report employers registered in Virginia or withholding Virginia income tax from wages paid to employees.
Form VA-6H is used to be filed annually by employers for reporting and paying the Virginia income tax withheld from wages paid to household employees.
What is the due date to file W2 with Virginia?
The filing due date for both Form W2 and VA-6/VA-6H with the State of Virginia 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 Virginia?
The State of Virginia mandates filing W2 forms electronically only, and paper filing is not required.
What are the penalties for not filing or filing W2 late with Virginia?
A penalty of 6% of the tax due will be added to the tax for each month or any part of a month that the return is not filed or the tax is not paid.
Learn more about Form W-2 penalties.
Where do I mail a check payable to the state of Virginia?
To make checks payable, mail to
P.O Box 27264,
Richmond, VA-23261-7264.
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