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FAQ: W-4 Information

What form does a DC resident need to complete for tax withholding purposes?

A Washington DC resident must complete an "Employee Withholding Allowance Certificate for State of Maryland Employees Residing in Washington DC" in its entirety. This form is generated by Central Payroll and is a combination of IRS Form W-4 and Government of the District of Columbia Form D-4

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W-4 Information FAQ

1 - Why didn't the Employee's W-4 changes reflect on the paycheck?

2 - How is the Employee notified if the W-4 is not completed correctly?

3 - What is the Employee's filing status if no W-4 has been submitted to Central Payroll Bureau?

4 - What can the agency do to verify that Central Payroll has received the Employee's W-4?

5 - How does an Employee correct their county code information?

6 - What does an agency need to send Central Payroll when an Employee has a change of address but would like to keep the same taxing information?

7 - Does an Employee need to complete a Change of Address form along with a W-4 form?

8 - Does an Employee need to complete the whole W-4 or just the changes they are making?

9 - What section on the W-4 does a taxable resident of Maryland complete?

10 - How does a non-resident Employee that wants to be exempt from Maryland State taxes complete the W-4?

11 - How does a non-resident Employee that wants to maintain a taxable status for Maryland complete the W-4?

12 - What information is needed to process a W-4 or change of address form for a resident of Pennsylvania?

13 - Why does Central Payroll need to know the township or borough information of an Employee residing in Pennsylvania?

14 - When should an Employee renew the Earned Income Credit?

15 - Does the Central Payroll Bureau withhold taxes for state employees residing in Washington DC?

16 - What form does a DC resident need to complete for tax withholding purposes?