There’s good news regarding electronic consent and tax forms at U-M. You can consent to receive your W-2 and Form 1095 – important information for federal tax returns – electronically through Wolverine Access.

Even better news: If you chose to receive your W-2 and Form 1095 electronically last year, there’s no need to consent again. One-time consent is your pass to download the forms every year.

Why Do I Need These Forms?

The W-2 form is necessary to file federal taxes. Fewer tax preparers require a Form 1095 for your federal return, but it’s a good idea to retain it for your records. U-M is required to provide copies of the Form 1095 in electronic or hard copy format as part of the federal Affordable Care Act.

Once you give consent, you’ll receive a few emails about the date and process for downloading your documents.

Electronic delivery also helps U-M toward its sustainability objectives.

Get Instant, Online Delivery

The university’s goal is to safeguard the confidentiality and security of your information. Electronic delivery allows you to receive these documents in a safe, convenient manner. 

Hard copies will be mailed to those who don’t consent to electronic delivery; however, U-M cautions that incorrect addresses or mailing difficulties can put your private information at risk.

Following are important dates for each document:

W-2

• Late December-early January – Consent for electronic distribution begins. You’ll receive an email with specific dates. 
• Early January – Self-service opens for downloading the documents. You’ll receive an email with dates and instructions.

• Monday, Jan. 24 – Deadline for address changes if you chose to receive a hard copy mailed to your address on file. Hard copies will be postmarked by Monday, Jan. 31.

To consent, go to Wolverine Access > Employee Self-Service > Payroll and Compensation > Pay. You’ll be prompted for consent before you can select a paycheck.

1095

• Monday, Dec. 6-Tuesday, Jan. 4 – Consent for electronic distribution
• Friday, Dec. 31 – Deadline to enter address changes for hard copy mailing. Hard copies will be postmarked by Monday, Jan. 31.
• Week of Jan. 24 – Self Service portal for employees who have consented to electronic delivery opens. Employees who have consented will receive an email with instructions.

To consent, go to Wolverine Access > Employee Self Service > Benefits > Form 1095 Consent.