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IRS Form W-3SS
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IRS Form W-3SS Transmittal of Wage and Tax Statements
What Is IRS Form W-3SS?
This is a tax form that was released by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the IRS.
FAQ
Q: What is IRS Form W-3SS?A: IRS Form W-3SS is a form used to transmit wage and tax statements (Forms W-2) to the Social Security Administration (SSA) when filing by paper.
Q: Who needs to file IRS Form W-3SS?A: Employers who are required to file Form W-2 must also file Form W-3SS.
Q: Why do I need to file IRS Form W-3SS?A: Form W-3SS is used to summarize and transmit employee wage and tax information to the Social Security Administration.
Q: When is IRS Form W-3SS due?A: Form W-3SS is due by the last day of February following the end of the calendar year.
Q: What information is required on IRS Form W-3SS?A: Form W-3SS requires information about the employer, total wages, and total taxes withheld.
Q: Can I use a substitute form instead of IRS Form W-3SS?A: No, employers are required to use the official IRS Form W-3SS when transmitting wage and tax statements to the SSA.
Q: Are there any penalties for not filing IRS Form W-3SS?A: Yes, failure to file or filing incorrect information may result in penalties imposed by the IRS.
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