US Taxation FAQs - Part III

• What is a W2 Form?

A W2 form is an official government form that you will receive from your employer(s) after you have finished working for your employer(s). The W2 form outlines the amount of money that you have earned and the amount of Federal, State, Local and FICA taxes that you have paid..

Please note that certain U.S states will only accept applications which contain the W2 form and will not accept those that contain final payslips. If you do not have a W2 form, please send your final payslips to your tax accountant and they will obtain the W2 form from your employer, on your behalf.

• What is a final, cumulative payslip?

A final, cumulative payslip is attached to your final pay cheque. It outlines the total amount of your earnings and therefore, the total amount of tax that you have paid.