Just wanted to add, my W-2 came incorrect. The wages did not reflect my severance as non taxable. But the fed tax did. So I "owe" over $9k until I get the corrected W-2.
The correct and currents numbers and process to get a corrected W-2 are:
Fax the request to 317-275-0281, type or write "CODE TX-F" in big ass letters across the top of the request and be sure to sign it at the bottom. I included my SSN, current phone #, address and a brief description on the issue and why I needed a corrected W-2. I used
www.hellofax.com which does work if finding a fax machine is a pain. I made a trial account and received my own fax #, however I never did get a confirmation back.
This process should take 14 days. Even during tax season. One week after faxing the request call 1-866-912-6488, option 1. Call early, they open at 0730 EST. Let them know you want a status update on your W-2C request. Be sure to ask to log in your file that you called. And then request them to send your request again (just as a reminder).
If this process does not meet your April 15th timeline, 2 weeks before the 15th call the IRS @ 800-829-1040. Explain why you need the W-2C and let them know DFAS is taking their time with it. Have your W-2 handy, they will need some info from it as well as an estimated wage and Fed tax amount. Then they will send DFAS a nasty gram stating they have 10 days to make it right or DFAS can be fined. (doubtful but that is what it says on the IRS website)
I hope this comes in handy for anyone needing a W-2C.
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