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February 15, 2021
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Im in the military and was trying to do my block 12 but i cant find the code reflected on my W-2 what should i do?

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February 15, 2021

Are you asking about a code in box 12 that reflects that you are military? There is no such code. There is a code Q - nontaxable combat pay if your were deployed in a combat zone.

 

Please enter your W-2 exactly as shown on the form.

 

You will indicate in two places that you are military:

 

  • The first is in the "My Info" section after you enter your name and occupation. You can click on "My Info" on the left and click on "Edit" next to your name. Scroll down to "I am a member or former member of the U.S. Armed Forces (active, reserve or National Guard)." Turbo Tax will ask follow-up questions.
  • The second is on the "Do any of these uncommon situations apply to this W-2?" screen after you enter your W-2, you can check the active-duty military box for the W-2.
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SteamTrain
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February 15, 2021

@stellarenee-m-gm 

...or tell us what code is on there in your paper W-2 that you cannot find in the software.

 

Sometimes you do have to scroll down the pop-up menu

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