Form 1099 MISC Filing Deadline for 2025

Charles Hardy | Last Updated: March 19, 2025

The IRS mandates e-filing when you file 10 or more tax returns for the 2024 tax year.

Form 1099 MISC Due Date for 2025

When filing Form 1099-MISC for the 2024 tax year, knowing the deadlines is crucial to ensure timely reporting and avoid IRS penalties. This form reports various miscellaneous payments made to individuals or businesses throughout the year. Missing the deadline to file Form 1099-MISC could result in penalties, so staying on top of the filing requirements is important.

Like other 1099 forms, the due date for Form 1099-MISC depends on the filing method—paper or electronic. If you're unsure about the deadlines for 2025, this article will provide all the details you need to file Form 1099-MISC accurately on time.

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When is Form 1099 MISC due?

The Form 1099 MISC recipient copy deadline is January 31, 2025. If you are reporting payments in box 8 or 10, the due date is February 18, 2025. If you choose to file paper forms, the deadline is February 28, 2025. The electronic filing deadline is on March 31, 2025 for the 2024 tax year.

Form 1099-MISC deadlines vary based on the filing method. For the 2024 tax year, the deadline to send recipient copies is January 31, 2025. If you report payments in boxes 8 and 10 for Form 1099 MISC, the deadline to send recipient copies is February 18, 2025.

The due date to file Form 1099-MISC electronically is March 31, 2025. If filing by paper, the deadline to file Form 1099-MISC is February 28, 2025.

Recipient copy Deadline E-filing Deadline Paper filing Deadline

January 31, 2025

The deadline to distribute recipient copies, except for payments reported in Boxes 8 or 10.

February 18, 2025

The deadline to distribute recipient copies for amounts reported in boxes 8 or 10 of Form 1099-MISC.

March 31, 2025

The deadline to file Form 1099-MISC electronically with the IRS.

February 28, 2025

The deadline to file Form 1099-MISC by paper. The IRS requires e-filing when filing 10 or more returns.

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Can I get an extension on the Form 1099-MISC due date?

Yes, you can request an extension to file or furnish recipient copies of Form 1099-MISC, but these extensions are not automatic. You must submit a formal request to the IRS.

  • Form 8809: Grants a 30-day extension to file Form 1099-MISC with the IRS.
  • Form 15397: Grants a 30-day extension to furnish Form 1099-MISC to recipients.

To avoid penalties, submit your extension request before the original deadline.

What are the 1099-MISC late filing penalties?

Generally, the IRS will charge a penalty ranging from $60 to $660 per form if you fail to file your Form 1099-MISC on time and cannot show any reasonable cause for the failure to file. In addition, you could be charged an additional penalty if you fail to provide copies of the form to payees on time.

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Why should you request a W-9 before filing a 1099-MISC?

Requesting a W-9 form from your vendors or independent contractors helps you collect accurate information, including their Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), legal name, and address. This ensures that you can complete Form 1099-MISC accurately and on time.

Failing to obtain a valid W-9 can lead to filing delays, errors, IRS penalties for missing or incorrect TINs, and even backup withholding. Request W-9 forms before the 1099-MISC filing deadline to stay compliant and avoid these issues.

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