Does Iowa require state W-2 reporting?
Yes, Iowa does require state W-2 reporting.
How must Iowa state W-2 reporting be filed?
Iowa accepts e-filing only. Business that issued W-2s or 1099s with Iowa withholding must e-file using GovConnectIowa.
If businesses did not withhold any Iowa taxes during the tax year, then filing is not required.
What are the due dates for Iowa state W-2 reporting?
Traditionally, the filing deadlines for e-filing with the state of Iowa is February 15th.
If this deadlines fall on a weekend or legal holiday, then the due date is typically the following business day.
What are the W-2 penalties for Iowa?
The W-2 penalties for Iowa are as follows:
- Late filing: Penalty of 5% of unpaid tax
- Late payment: Penalty of 5% of unpaid tax
- Audit or examination deficiency: Penalty of 5% of unpaid tax
- Fraud or willful failure to file: Penalty of 75% of unpaid tax
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Civil Penalty: Penalty of $500 per frivolous return
- A frivolous return is a return that lacks sufficient information
- Failure to file after demand: Penalty of $1,000 if taxpayer fails to file 90 days after the Department issues a demand letter
- Failure to file or pay electronically: Penalty of 5% will be added to the tax due
Please see the Iowa DOR Penalties webpage for more information.
What is the responsible state filing agency?
Iowa Department of Revenue
Hoover State Office Building, 4th Floor
1305 E. Walnut
Des Moines, IA 50319
Phone: (515) 281-3114
What about other states?
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