Wisconsin 1099 Filing Requirements
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1099 Forms Required by Wisconsin State
Wisconsin requires businesses to file various 1099 forms to report payments made to individuals and other entities.
Form 1099-NEC
Non-Employee Compensation
Form 1099-MISC
Miscellaneous Income
Form 1099-K
Card Transactions
Form 1099-INT
Interest Income
Form 1099-DIV
Dividends Distributions
Form 1099-R
Retirement Plans
Form W-2G
Gambling Winnings
The state also requires Form W-2. Learn more
Wisconsin Filing Requirements for 1099-NEC, MISC, K, INT, DIV, and R
| Condition | State Income Threshold | Filing Method | Additional Forms | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| If Wisconsin Tax Was Withheld | More than $0 | Direct State Filing | Form WT-7 |
February 02, 2026 |
| If NO Wisconsin Tax Was Withheld | Equal to or more than the federal threshold | CF/SF program | Not Required | February 02, 2026 |
| Less than the federal threshold | No Filing Required | |||
Wisconsin Filing Requirements for W-2G
| Condition | State Income Threshold | Filing Method | Additional Forms | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| If Wisconsin Tax Was Withheld | More than $0 | Direct State Filing | Form WT-7 | February 02, 2026 |
| If NO Wisconsin Tax Was Withheld | Equal to or more than the federal threshold | Direct State Filing | Not Required | February 02, 2026 |
| Less than the federal threshold | No Filing Required | |||
Information Required to File 1099 Forms with Wisconsin
Discover the key information needed to file Form 1099 with the State of Wisconsin.
1. Payer’s state number
The payer’s state identification number refers to the Wisconsin Withholding Tax Account Number.
Wisconsin State ID Format:
- 15 digits, Constant 036 hyphen 10 digits hyphen followed by 2 digits (For example: 036-9999999999-99)
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12 digits, Constant 36 followed by 12 digits
(For example: 36999999999999)
2. State income
The total amount of taxable income that is subject to the Wisconsin state income tax.
3. State tax withheld
The total amount of state income taxes withheld from the recipient’s income.
1. Payer’s state number
The payer’s state identification number refers to the Wisconsin Withholding Tax Account Number.
Wisconsin State ID Format:
- 15 digits, Constant 036 hyphen 10 digits hyphen followed by 2 digits (For example: 036-9999999999-99)
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12 digits, Constant 36 followed by 12 digits
(For example: 36999999999999)
2. State distribution
Report the total payment amount subject to state tax.
3. State tax withheld
The total amount of state income taxes withheld from the recipient’s income.
4. Name of locality
Specify the city or locality name, if applicable.
5. Local distribution
Report the total payment amount subject to local tax.
6. Local tax withheld
Enter the amount of local income tax withheld.
1. Payer’s state number
The payer’s state identification number refers to the Wisconsin Withholding Tax Account Number.
Wisconsin State ID Format:
- 15 digits, Constant 036 hyphen 10 digits hyphen followed by 2 digits (For example: 036-9999999999-99)
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12 digits, Constant 36 followed by 12 digits
(For example: 36999999999999)
2. State winnings
Report the total winnings subject to Wisconsin state tax.
3. State income tax withheld
Enter the amount of Wisconsin state income tax withheld.
4. Name of locality
Specify the city or locality name, if applicable.
5. Local winnings
Report total winnings subject to local tax.
6. Local income tax withheld
Enter the amount of local income tax withheld.
Wisconsin Employers Annual Reconciliation Form WT-7
Form WT-7 is an Employer’s Annual Reconciliation of Wisconsin Income Tax Withheld used by employers in Wisconsin to report and reconcile the total amount of state income tax withheld from employees' wages during a tax year.
Information Reported on WT-7:
- Business name
- Total Wisconsin tax withheld
- Total withholding reported on Deposit Reports
- Number of 1099-MISCs/NECs
TaxBandits does not support filing Form WT-7 with the state. The payer must take care of filing Form WT-7 directly with the State of Wisconsin.
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State Filing Guidance
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State Form PDFs
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How to file Form 1099 with the State of Wisconsin?
Create your free account and follow these simple steps to effortlessly e-file your 1099 with the federal and the state of Wisconsin!
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Step 1: Choose Form 1099
Select the type of 1099 form you want to file.
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Step 2: Enter Form 1099 details
Complete the form using manual entry or other bulk import options.
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Step 3: Enter State Filing Information
Provide the required Wisconsin state details for Form 1099.
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Step 4: Choose Distribution Options
Opt for our distribution services – Postal Mailing, Online Access, or both.
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Step 5: Review and Transmit
Review your form and transmit it to the IRS and state agencies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Wisconsin require 1099 filing?
Yes, the Wisconsin Department of Revenue mandates filing 1099 Forms to report the payments made to Wisconsin residents and non-residents.
- If there is any state tax withholding, you must file 1099 Forms directly with the Wisconsin Department of Revenue.
- If there is no state tax withholding, the IRS will automatically forward your federal 1099 forms to the state because Wisconsin participates in the Combined Federal/State Filing (CF/SF) Program.
- Additionally, Form W-2G is not included in the CF/SF Program, so you must file it directly with the Wisconsin Department of Revenue.
The state of Wisconsin requires the Federal Form 1099-MISC, 1099-NEC, and 1099-R as appropriate, instead of Wisconsin Form 9b if you are required to complete the federal filing with the IRS.
What is Form 9b?
Form 9b, Miscellaneous Income, is a tax form required by the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. It is used by individuals, fiduciaries, partnerships, LLCs, and corporations in Wisconsin that make payments to individuals for rent, royalties, or certain types of non-wage compensation.
The deadline to file Form 9b with the Department of Revenue and to provide a copy to the recipient is February 2, 2026.
Is there a payment threshold for Form 1099 with Wisconsin?
There is no specific threshold for reporting 1099s with the state of Wisconsin. Instead, the 1099 reporting thresholds for Wisconsin align with the federal guidelines. The payer should file the respective Form 1099 based on the applicable federal threshold.
| Forms | Threshold |
|---|---|
|
Form 1099-NEC |
$600 |
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Form 1099-MISC |
$600 |
| Form 1099-K | $2500 |
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Form 1099-INT |
$10 for the amount reported on Boxes 1, 3, or 8 (or at least $600 of interest paid for trade or business) |
| Form 1099-DIV |
Paid $10 or more in money or other property for dividends and other distributions Paid $600 or more in money or other property as part of a liquidation. |
| Form 1099-R | $10 |
The state of Wisconsin requires Form W-2G to be filed if:
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$2,000 or more is received as a prize from the Wisconsin Lottery or a multijurisdictional lottery if the winning ticket was purchased from a
Wisconsin retailer. - $1,000 or more in pari-mutuel wager winnings paid by a Wisconsin-licensed track.
What types of 1099 forms does Wisconsin require?
Wisconsin requires the filing of the following 1099 Forms.
All the information returns have to be submitted in the IRS format.
Does Wisconsin require the filing of Form 1099-NEC?
Yes. The State of Wisconsin requires payers to file Form 1099-NEC
- If the non-employee compensation is made to the residents of Wisconsin, regardless of the place of services.
- If non-employee compensation is made to the non-residents for services performed in Wisconsin.
Does Wisconsin require any additional forms to be submitted when filing 1099 forms?
Yes! The Wisconsin Department of Revenue requires a payer who made payments from which Wisconsin tax was withheld or has an active Wisconsin withholding Account Number to file an additional Form WT-7 ( Employers Annual Reconciliation).
What is Form WT-7?
Form WT-7 is an Annual Reconciliation Form in which the payers must report Wisconsin taxes they withheld from the payments they made (e.g., wages, bonuses, commissions, pensions) or have an active Wisconsin withholding account number.
Employers filing withholding deposit reports (WT-6s) quarterly, monthly, or semi-monthly cannot submit an annual reconciliation of Wisconsin tax withheld (WT-7) until all withholding deposit reports have been filed.
When is the deadline to file 1099 with Wisconsin?
The deadline to file Form 1099 with the Wisconsin Department of Revenue is January 31.
If the due date falls on a weekend or federal holiday, the next weekday is the deadline.
What are the requirements for filing a 1099 electronically with Wisconsin?
The state of Wisconsin requires the payers who file 10 or more 1099 Forms to file electronically. Also, the state encourages payers who file fewer forms to choose e-filing for better processing.
What are the penalties for late filing of 1099s with Wisconsin?
For the failure to file 1099 Forms by the due date, filing an incorrect or incomplete return is subject to a penalty of $10. The Wisconsin Department of Revenue may waive the penalty if the breach is justified with a reasonable cause rather than willful neglect.
Where do I mail 1099 forms when filing with the State of Wisconsin?
Mail your Form 1099s to the following address.
Wisconsin Department of Revenue,
PO Box 8981,
Madison, WI 53708-8981
If you made errors on 1099 forms filed with the State of Wisconsin, you can correct them by downloading the corrected form and mailing it to the address provided above.
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