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File Form 15397 to Extend the Recipient Copy Deadline for 1099, W-2, 1095,
and Other Information Returns
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Form 15397: Application for Extension of Time to Furnish Recipient Statements
Form 15397 allows filers to request a one-time extension of up to 30 days to furnish recipient copies of information returns. This extension applies to:
- W-2, 1099-NEC, 1099, 1042-S
- 1097, 1098, 3921, 2922, W-2G, 8027
- 5498, 5498-QA, 5498-ESA,
5498-SA - 1095-B, 1095-C
Form 15397 must be faxed to the IRS on or before the recipient copy deadline to request an extension. TaxBandits will fax your extension form to the IRS on your behalf, ensuring timely submission.
Deadline to File Extension Form 15397 for Furnishing Recipient Statements
You must file Form 15397 on or before the original recipient copy due date of the applicable form to receive an extension to furnish recipient statements.
| Applicable Forms | Recipient Copy Deadline |
|---|---|
| W-2, 1099-NEC | February 02, 2026 |
| 1042-S, 5498-QA | March 16, 2026 |
| 1095-B, 1095-C | March 02, 2026 |
| 1097, 1098, 1099, 3921, 3922, or W-2G | February 02, 2026 |
| Form 1099-B, S, MISC (boxes 8 or 10) | February 17, 2026 |
| 5498, 5498-ESA and 5498-SA | June 01, 2026 |
| 5498-ESA | April 30, 2026 |
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What Information is Required to Complete Extension
Form 15397?
1. Issuer/Transmitter’s information
- Name
- TIN
- Address
2. The type of form for which the extension is filed
- 1099-NEC or other 1099 Forms
- W-2
- 1095-B/C
-
Other Information Returns (1042-S, W-2G, 1097, 1098, 3921, 3922, 5498,
and 8027)
3. Reason for applying extension
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Frequently Asked Questions about Form 15397
What is Form 15397?
Form 15397 is an IRS form used to request an extension of up to 30 days to furnish recipient copies of Forms 1099,
W-2, ACA forms, 5498, and other
information returns.
This form extends only the recipient copy deadline and does not extend the IRS filing deadline. If you need additional time to file Forms 1099, W-2, or other information returns with the IRS, you must file Form 8809 instead.
What are the forms for which I can extend the deadline using
Form 15397?
The deadline to distribute the recipient copies of the following forms can be extended using Form 15397:
If any due date falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, file by the next business day.
Any approved extension of time to file and furnish recipient copies will only extend the due date for furnishing statements to the payee or recipient. It does not extend the due date for filing information returns with
the IRS.
When is the due date to file Form 15397?
Form 15397 should be filed on or before the original recipient copy deadline of the respective information returns. However, Form 15397 can not be filed before
January 1st.
For example, if you need to extend the recipient copy deadline for 1099-NEC, you must file Form 15937 on or before February 02, 2026.
How to File Form 15397?
You can file Form 15397 online or fax it directly to the IRS at:
Internal Revenue Service Technical Services Operation
Attn: Extension of Time Coordinator
FAX: 877-477-0572 (International: 304-579-4105)
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