Review your paper Forms W-2, especially Copy A, to ensure that they print accurately prior to mailing them to Social Security's Wilkes-Barre Direct Operations Center.

Form W-2/W-3 Instructions

Form W-2c/W-3c Instructions

Social Security accepts laser printed Forms W-2/W-3 as well as the standard red drop-out ink forms. Both the laser forms and the red drop-out ink forms must comply with Internal Revenue Service's Publication 1141 and require pre-approval from Social Security.

We can only process Forms W-2 that are Copy A (for SSA), red & white or black & white, two to a page.

Where to File Paper W-2/W-2cs

Select the appropriate mailing address depending on the type of W-2 and the carrier you choose (e.g., U.S. Postal Service or a private carrier such as FedEx or UPS).