TaxBandits Knowledge Base

Colorado - W2 State Filing Requirements

The state requires the filing of Form W-2 if wages were paid to Colorado employees or if income tax was withheld during the year. 

Colorado State ID Format: 
 

• 8 digits (Eg: 99999999)
   

Filing Criteria and Requirements

Criteria 1: If there is any Colorado state tax withheld

• Filing Method: Direct State Filing

  • You must file a W-2 directly with the state.

• Additional Forms Required: Form DR 1094, Form DR-1093

  • TaxBandits doesn't support filing Form DR 1094 and Form DR 1093 with the state. The payer must file the form directly with the state before the deadline.

• Deadline: January 31, 2025
   

Criteria 2: If there is no Colorado state tax withheld

• Filing Method: Direct State Filing

  • You must file a W-2 directly with the state.

• Additional Form Required: Not required

• Deadline: January 31, 2025

For more information about Colorado W-2 filing requirements, click here.