Deadline for w 2's to be mailed by employer

According to the IRS, the deadline for employers to mail W-2 forms to employees is January 31st of each year. This deadline applies to both paper and electronic W-2 forms.

Here are some key details to keep in mind:

• January 31st is the deadline for employers to mail or furnish W-2 forms to employees.
• Employers must also file W-2 forms with the Social Security Administration (SSA) by January 31st.
• If an employer fails to meet the January 31st deadline, they may be subject to penalties and fines.
• Employers can also choose to furnish W-2 forms electronically to employees who have consented to receive them electronically.
• The deadline for furnishing W-2 forms electronically is also January 31st.

It's worth noting that the IRS has extended the deadline for employers to file W-2 forms with the SSA to March 31st for 2022 and 2023 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the deadline for mailing W-2 forms to employees remains January 31st.