Hi Rslawson1, Generally, contributions to your 401(k) or TSP plan will show up in box 12 of your W-2 form, with the letter code D. Because your contribution has already been accounted for on your W-2, do not re-enter it in the retirement section. Are my contributions taxed?

What is Box D on W-2?

Form W-2 (wage statement) Box D is called the Control Number field. It is usually located below or near the Employer’s Name and Address. The Box D Control Number is a code that uniquely identifies your particular W-2 document in your employer’s records.

Where on my W2 is my 401k contribution?

BOX 13 – RETIREMENT PLAN This box should be checked if you were an “active participant” in your employer’s qualified retirement plan during the year (pension plan, 401(k), 403(b), SIMPLE IRA, SEP Plan).

What do I do if I don’t have a Box D on my W2?

A Control Number (Box D) is used by many payroll departments to uniquely identify a W-2 in their system. If your W-2 doesn’t have one, it’s no big deal – you can simply leave it blank. The IRS doesn’t care what’s in Box D because its use by payroll departments is optional.

Does 401k employer match go on W2?

Employer contributions to 401k plan are not reported on the employees w-2, correct. Employer matching or profit sharing contributions are not to be reported on your W-2. Your employer should not be treating as elective deferrals any amount that you did not ask to be deferred from your paycheck.

Will a 401k loan show on my W2?

You do not report your 401(k) contributions on your federal income tax return (except if listed on your W-2, then report under the W-2 section). Additionally, you do not report a loan from a 401(k) on your income tax return.

Do you need a control number to file taxes?

The control number is optional and isn’t used by the IRS. It’s a code that your payroll company can use to identify individual W-2s. Since the IRS doesn’t use the code, we don’t ask for it on your return.