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How to complete Louisiana Transmittal Form L-3?

When filing Forms 1099 and W-2 with the state of Louisiana using TaxBandits, we’ll automatically include Form L-3 (Employer’s Annual Reconciliation of Louisiana Withholding Tax Form) at no additional cost. 

Follow these instructions to complete the form step by step:

1. Specify Submission Method

Choose how you will submit your annual reconciliation and Form W-2s:

• Electronic Submission: Use Louisiana’s LaWage application for electronic filing.
• Physical Media Submission: Submit your reconciliation and W-2s via CD or DVD using the specified record layout.

2. Complete Employer Information

Enter the following employer details on Form L-3:

• Business Name and Employer Identification Number (EIN)
• Contact Information, including address and phone number

3. Reconcile Payroll and Withheld Taxes

Fill out the following sections to reconcile the Louisiana income tax withheld during the year:

• Line 1: Enter your total gross payroll for the calendar year.
• Line 2: Report the total amount of Louisiana income tax you previously remitted during the year. Ensure this matches the amounts reported on Form L-1 filings.
• Line 3: Provide the total number of employees and the number of W-2s submitted with this form.
• Line 4: Enter the total Louisiana income tax withheld, as calculated from each W-2 form.

Note: If the totals on Lines 2 and 4 do not match, you must amend the corresponding Form L-1 filings to address discrepancies and remit any additional taxes due or request a refund for overpaid taxes.