How to Upload and Submit Files using the eNC3 Portal
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Step 1.
Select New Submission or New Amended Submission in the eNC3 Application to begin. Enter the required submitter information. Review the Submitter Information Guide for help.
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Step 2.
Create a flat file (must be .txt) using the file formats on the NCDOR Website. Make sure to test your file in the eNC3 application.
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Step 3.
On the Submission screen, select the button that corresponds with the file you want to upload.
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Step 4.
A new window will pop up. Choose the file you want to upload. Click Open to add the file. Keep in mind:
- All files must be .txt files.
- There are no file size limitations for the eNC3 application, but your browser may have a 2 GB limitation.
If there are no errors with your file, a popup will confirm that all you file(s) are formatted correctly.
If there is an error, you will receive a message explaining the error in your files.
If there is an error with your file you can:
- Determine where the error occurred by reviewing the error message and correct your file accordingly.
- If you used software to create the file, contact the software provider.
- If you are unable to resolve the issue, you can manually enter form information as outlined in the next section.
- Use the minus (-) button next to the text file to delete a file.
- Use the same steps to upload NC-3, W-2, 1099, and 1042-S files.
- You can also use the Manual Entry section to manually enter NC-3, W-2, 1099, or 1042-S information (including amended forms).
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Step 5.
Once you've uploaded all your files, click Next to review your submission.
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Need Additional Assistance?
For Technical Assistance call 1-877-308-9103 or email eNC3@ncdor.gov. Emails should include a descriptive title in the subject line, including the Submission ID if you inquiry is related to a specific submission. Allow 3 to 5 business days for a response to your email.