Form 941 X
Correct errors on previously filed tax returns with Form 941-X for accurate reporting.
Form 941-X – Adjusted Employer’s Quarterly Federal Tax Return
What is Form 941-X?
Form 941-X is the IRS form used to correct errors on a previously filed Form 941. If wages, taxes, or credits were reported incorrectly on an original return, employers must file Form 941-X to adjust those amounts.
When to File
Employers file Form 941-X if they:
- Reported too much or too little in federal income tax, Social Security, or Medicare tax.
- Need to claim missed credits (such as COVID-era credits).
- Need to adjust wage or tax reporting errors discovered after filing.
Each Form 941-X applies to one quarter only.
Filing Process
- The IRS requires a separate 941-X for each quarter being corrected.
- The form must include explanations of the changes.
- Corrections generally result in either a refund, credit, or balance due.
At Check, if corrections are needed, we prepare and file 941-X forms on behalf of companies.
This may include collecting additional amounts from the Employer for the amendment.
Key Takeaways
- Form 941 = original quarterly return
- Form 941-X = correction to that return
- Check files these forms as needed when adjustments are required.
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Last updated on August 20, 2025