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E-File Form 1099-G Online
Prepare and file 1099-G securely with TaxBandits to report unemployment compensation, state or local tax refunds, agricultural payments, etc.
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Corrections & retransmissions for your 1099-G are included with your
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Form 1099-G: Key Insights
- Form 1099-G reports certain government payments, such as unemployment compensation and state or local tax refunds.
- Federal, state, and local government agencies must file Form 1099-G with the IRS and furnish recipient copies.
- Form 1099-G must be filed electronically by March 31, 2026, and furnish recipient copies by February 2, 2026.
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Explore the powerful features that effortlessly make TaxBandits the ultimate solution for e-filing Form 1099-G.
Easy Manual Entry
Manually complete the 1099-G form by entering the required data in the appropriate fields, following step-by-step instructions.
Bulk CSV Upload
Download our standard CSV template, fill in the 1099-G details, payer, and recipient data, and upload it back to the system.
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Discover the reliable partnership between TaxBandits and Sage Intacct, designed to simplify the 1099-G filing process.
Own File Upload
Already have an existing file with 1099-G information? Upload the CSV file directly into TaxBandits and complete your filings.
IRIS Business Validation
Our system ensures that 1099-G information complies with IRS business standards by identifying and correcting errors
before submission.
Free USPS Validation
We validate your recipient addresses with the USPS database, ensuring your 1099-G recipient copies are
delivered correctly.
Postal Mailing
TaxBandits handles the postal mailing of Form 1099-G copies to your recipients, and you can track their status from shipment to delivery.
Online Access
Online access provides your recipient lifetime access to a secure online access portal for accessing their forms anytime, anywhere.
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Self-Service Print and Mail
You can download, print, and mail copies of 1099-G yourself, if you don’t use taxBandits distribution services.
Smart Mail
A physical copy of the 1099-G form will be sent automatically if the recipient hasn’t accessed the online portal after one week.
Custom Distribution
Choose the number of recipients who will receive postal mail or online access based on your specific needs.
Federal & State Filing
TaxBandits offers e-filing for 1099-G returns, allowing you to securely file federal and state agencies accordingly.
Free Reconciliation Forms
TaxBandits offers the required reconciliation forms for certain states at no extra cost when filing with state agencies.
Step-by-Step Guidance
TaxBandits offers clear instructions and real-time customer support for smooth 1099-G filing!
Free 1099-G Corrections
E-file 1099-G corrections with the IRS at no additional cost. For state corrections, simply download the PDF and submit it directly to the state agency.
Transmittal Form Generation
When filing your 1099-G with TaxBandits, your Form 1096 is automatically generated for record-keeping purposes.
Free Retransmission
If your return is rejected by the IRS or state, TaxBandits allows you to correct and retransmit it for free, ensuring a straightforward process.
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Stay organized with scheduled 1099-G filings. Modify the form information, change the filing date, cancel the scheduled filing date, and e-file immediately.
Records Stored
Your 1099-G copies are securely stored on our servers for 7 years. You can easily access, download, or print them anytime.
Address Book
Simplify your 1099-G filings by importing payers and recipients into your Address Book, either manually or in bulk, for easy future filings.
Smart Review
Smart Review allows you to verify, validate, and edit your tax filings, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency by identifying potential issues before submission.
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Easily manage filings for a few or thousands of clients. Import data via our bulk upload templates, accounting software integrations and API integration to file effortlessly.
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Get a client portal that reflects your brand while ensuring top-tier security where your clients can upload documents, view forms, and stay informed about the filing progress.
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Add unlimited team members to streamline workflow and collaboration. Assign roles like preparer, approver, and transmitter based on filing responsibilities.
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Get the benefit of volume-based pricing discounts based on the number of forms you file. The more forms you file, the more discounts you get. And, choose from BanditCash, prepaid credits, that best fit your needs.
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Manage high-volume 1099-G filing with customizable workflows, approval controls, and enterprise-grade support.
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Bring in data through integrations, APIs, bulk uploads, or custom templates—designed to fit your existing systems.
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Custom requirements, fully supported
Tailor our system to accommodate complex, enterprise-specific compliance needs and operational requirements (such as SSO setup).
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Personalized branding options
Customize recipient portals and email communications to align seamlessly with your brand identity.
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Invite teams, assign precise roles, and delegate filing responsibilities with clear ownership and approval controls.
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Information Required to E-file Form 1099-G Online
Here is the following information required to file Form 1099-G Online
Payer Details
Name, TIN, and Address
Recipient Details
Name, Address, TIN, Account Number
Government Payments Information
- Unemployment compensation
- State or local income tax refunds, credits, or offsets
- RTAA payments (reemployment trade adjustment assistance)
- Taxable grants
- Agricultural payments
- Market gain
Federal Income Tax Withheld (if any)
State Information
state name, state income tax withheld, state identification number
Create your free TaxBandits account to start e-filing Form 1099-G today!
How to E-file Form 1099-G Online with TaxBandits
TaxBandits offers flexible options for completing 1099-G filings. Choose your preferred data import methods to get started and file with ease.
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Step 1: Enter Form Information
Fill out your 1099-G form by entering the required information in the respective fields.
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Step 2: Complete State Information
Provide state-specific information on Form 1099-G. Complete the Reconciliation Form if required.
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Step 3: Opt-in to Recipient Copy Distribution
Let TaxBandits handle recipient copy distribution through postal mail, online access, or both.
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Step 4: Review and Transmit
Review the form summary and transmit the forms to the IRS and state agencies.
We'll email you updates about the status of your forms. You can also track the status directly from your dashboard.
Ready to E-file Form 1099-G with the IRS and State?
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Frequently Asked Questions About Filing Form 1099-G Online
What is IRS Form 1099-G?
Form 1099-G is an informational tax form used to report certain types of government payments made to taxpayers and must be reported to the IRS. Government entities must furnish the recipient copies of Form 1099-G to the taxpayers, who must report this information on their personal income tax returns.
When is the deadline to file Form 1099-G?
If you, as a unit of a federal, state, or local government, made unemployment compensation payments, income tax refunds/credits, taxable grants, agriculture payments, and so on, you must file Form 1099-G. If you received payments on a Commodity Credit Corporation loan, you must file Form 1099-G.
Form 1099-G must be filed electronically by March 31, 2026, and furnish recipient copies by February 2, 2026.
What are the Boxes in Form 1099-G?
Form 1099-G comprised of 11 Boxes. You have to enter the required information in each box.
Boxes for Payer Information
1. Enter your information like Name, Address, City or Town, State, Postal Code, and Phone Number
2. Enter your TIN (EIN/SSN)
Boxes for Recipient Information
1. Enter your Recipient TIN
2. Enter your Recipient Name
3. Enter your Recipient tor Address
4. Enter your Recipient City, State, Country, and ZIP code
Want to know how to complete Form 1099-G? Here are the step by step Form 1099-G Instructions.
Boxes for Debt information
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Box 1: Unemployment Compensation
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Box 2: State or Local Income Tax Refunds, Credits,
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Box 3: Box 2 Amount Is For Tax Year
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Box 4 : Federal Income Tax Withheld
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Box 5: RTAA Payments
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Box 6: Taxable Grants
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Box 7: Agriculture Payments
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Box 8: Trade or Business Income
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Box 9: Market Gain
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Box 10a through 11: State Information
What are the exceptions to File Form 1099 G?
You are not required to file Form 1099-G, such as compensation for services, prizes, and certain incentives, may be reportable on Form 1099-MISC, Miscellaneous Income
For more information visit: https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-1099-g
How can I apply for an extension to file Form 1099-G?
You can apply for an extension to file Form 1099-G by submitting Form 8809, Application for Extension of Time to File Information Returns, to the IRS, which provides a 30-day automatic extension.
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How to File 1099 Forms with TaxBandits
Choose Form
Choose Form 1099-G and select the tax year you need to file for. TaxBandits allows you to file for both current and previous tax years.
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Select the Tax Year
Navigate to the Next tab to choose the year (2025, 2024, and 2023) you want to file for.
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Choose your Upload Method
Select "Manual Entry" to file a few 1099-G forms or "Bulk Import" to file multiple 1099-G forms.
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Generate Draft Forms
Export the draft 1099-G forms as PDF or CSV format and review the details.
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Select State Filing (If Required)
Review the state filing information entered on Form 1099-G. Enable state filing for the states you’re required to file.
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Distribute Recipient Copies
Distribute 1099-G copies to the recipient via postal mail, online access, postal mailing + online access, or the self-print & mail option.
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Filing Summary
Review the summary, edit the preference to verify the TIN and address.
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Order Complete
- Track your Filing Status You can easily track the filing and distribution status from the Dashboard.
- Print Forms You can download the form copies (along with the summary Form 1096) for your records if needed.