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.

• Tuesday, 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 Tuesday, 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, Nov. 28-Wednesday, Jan. 4 – Consent for electronic distribution

• Friday, Dec. 30 – Deadline to enter address changes for hard copy mailing. Hard copies will be postmarked by Tuesday, Jan. 31.

• Week of Jan. 23 – Self Service portal for employees who have consented to electronic delivery opens. Employees who have consented will receive an email with instructions. Hard copies will be postmarked by Tuesday, Jan. 31.

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