Minnesota - W2 State Filing Requirements

The state requires the filing of Form W-2 if wages were paid to the Minnesota employees during the calendar year, even if no Minnesota income tax was withheld.
 

Minnesota State ID Format:
 

• 7 digits (e.g., 9999999)

Note: The state also accepts your federal EIN as a state ID
 

Filing Criteria and Requirements

1: Even if  there is no Minnesota State Tax Withholding

• Filing Method: Direct State Filing

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

• Additional Form Required: Not Required

• Deadline: February 02, 2026

For more information about Minnesota’s W2 filing requirements, click here.