Penalties for Missing the 1099-NEC or 1099-MISC Filing Deadline (2024)

Written by a TurboTax Expert • Reviewed by a TurboTax CPAUpdated for Tax Year 2023 • May 13, 2024 2:33 PM

OVERVIEW

There are penalties for missing the deadline for the new 1099-NEC form and the updated 1099-MISC for both tax filers and businesses.

Penalties for Missing the 1099-NEC or 1099-MISC Filing Deadline (5)

Key Takeaways

  • Businesses are required to complete a Form 1099-NEC by January 31 (or the next business day if the deadline falls on a weekend or holiday) to report payments of $600 or more made in the previous tax year to each nonemployee who performed services for them.
  • Businesses are required to file a Form 1099-MISC by March 1 if filing on paper or March 31 if filing electronically to report payments of at least $10 in royalties or at least $600 for items such as rent and medical or health care payments made to nonemployees and certain vendors in the previous tax year.
  • If your business fails to issue a Form 1099-NEC or Form 1099-MISC by the deadline, the penalty varies from $60 to $310 per form (tax year 2023), depending on how long past the deadline the business issues the form.
  • If a business intentionally disregards the requirement to provide a correct Form 1099-NEC or Form 1099-MISC, it's subject to a minimum penalty of $630 per form (tax year 2023) or 10% of the income reported on the form, with no maximum.

Penalties for late filing of information returns

Typically, businesses are required to report payments and compensation made to nonemployees and certain vendors using 1099 forms. If you receive income from a source other than earned wages or salaries, you may receive a Form 1099-MISC or Form 1099-NEC. Generally, the income on these forms is subject to federal and state income tax for the recipient. We'll walk you through what's included on these forms and what penalties you may incur for not meeting a 1099-NEC or 1099-MISC filing deadline.

When does a business need to issue a 1099-MISC?

Form 1099-MISC, for Miscellaneous Income, is a tax form that businesses complete to report various payments made throughout the year. One Form 1099-MISC should be filed for each person or non-incorporated entity to whom the business has paid at least $10 in royalties or at least $600 for items such as rent and medical or health care payments.

For tax years through 2019, nonemployee compensation was also reported on Form 1099-MISC; however, beginning in tax year 2020, that compensation needs to be reported on Form 1099-NEC instead.

When does a business need to issue a 1099-NEC?

Beginning in tax year 2020, businesses will complete a 1099-NEC, or Nonemployee Compensation, to report nonemployee payments of $600 or more. The 1099-NEC form has replaced what used to be recorded on Form 1099-MISC, Box 7.

You are required to complete and send a 1099-NEC form to any independent contractors or businesses to whom you paid $600 or more in fees, commissions, prizes, awards, or other forms of compensation for services performed for your business.

However, there are some exceptions to who needs to receive one of these forms. You are not required to issue a 1099-NEC to individuals and/or business:

  • If you paid for physical products or goods — not services — then this form should not be issued.
  • If the business you paid is a C corporation or S Corporation, then a 1099-NEC need not be issued unless you paid the business for medical or health care payments or attorney services. Additionally, the IRS outlines some other specific circ*mstances where a 1099-NEC should or should not be issued to a corporation.

Another important note is that you should send a 1099-NEC to any business that is an LLC if it is a sole proprietorship. If you’re not sure how a business is classified, you refer to the Form W-9 you should have received from the vendor when you started working with them.

What other changes have been made to Form 1099-MISC?

Several changes have been made to update Form 1099-MISC beginning in tax year 2020. The most notable is that box 7 is no longer used to report nonemployee compensation. Instead, this box now contains a checkbox to indicate $5,000 or more paid for direct sales. The other changes are mainly updates to which boxes contain which reporting information, so take your time when completing this form if you're familiar with the previous formatting.

What are the filing deadlines for 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC?

Beginning with the 2020 tax year, the Form 1099-MISC deadline is March 1 if you file on paper and March 31 if you file electronically.

Beginning with tax year 2020, Form 1099-NEC must be filed by January 31 of the following year whether you file on paper or electronically. If the deadline falls on a weekend or holiday then it is moved to the next business day. This means the business owner must send all copies of Form-NEC Copy A to the IRS by that date and send Copy B and Copy 2 to any nonemployees for whom a form was completed.

Additionally, there's no automatic 30-day extension to file Form 1099-NEC, and the IRS won't automatically be sharing the information with states. Businesses will need to send Copy 1 of the form to state tax departments themselves.

TurboTax Tip:

You aren't required to issue a 1099-NEC to individuals and/or business if you paid for physical products or goods, not services. Also, no 1099-NEC is required if the business you paid is a C corporation or S corporation, unless you paid the business for medical or health care payments or attorney services.

What are the penalties for a business failing to meet a 1099-MISC or 1099-NEC deadline?

If a business fails to issue a form by the 1099-NEC or 1099-MISC deadline, the penalty varies from $60 to $310 per form for 2023, depending on how long past the deadline the business issues the form. There are maximum fines per year for small businesses. If a business intentionally disregards the requirement to provide a correct payee statement, it's subject to a minimum penalty of $630 per form for 2023 or 10% of the income reported on the form, with no maximum.

What are the penalties for not reporting Form 1099 income?

If you receive a Form 1099-MISC or Form 1099-NEC that reports your miscellaneous income, that information also goes to the IRS. If you don’t include this and any other taxable income on your tax return, you may be subject to a penalty. Failing to report income may cause your return to understate your tax liability. If this happens, the IRS may impose an accuracy-related penalty that's equal to 20% of your underpayment. As an example, if the failure to include your miscellaneous income caused you to understate your tax liability by $5,000, your penalty could be $1,000 ($5,000 x .20 = $1,000) if the IRS determines that it was a substantial understatement of income tax.

How do I report Form 1099-MISC or Form 1099-NEC on my tax return?

To avoid an underpayment penalty, be sure to include your miscellaneous income on your Form 1040. If your income is nonemployee compensation, you'll likely need to complete Schedule C, Profit or Loss From Business, and then transfer the net earnings to Form 1040. For rents or royalties, you will typically complete Schedule E, Supplemental Income or Loss, and then transfer the applicable amount to Form 1040.

What happens if I need to pay back taxes for 1099s I didn't receive?

Sometimes, 1099s are issued and the IRS receives them but the taxpayer doesn't and the income does not get reported on their tax returns. If that happens to you, then you'll likely receive a notice in the mail from the IRS saying that you owe back taxes on the income that wasn't reported on your tax return. The notice you receive will likely include interest on taxes due from the due date of the return to 30 days from the date on the notice. Penalties, if any, may or may not be included in the notice. Interest will continue to accrue until the amount owed is paid in full. It is important to include all of your income on your tax returns regardless of whether or not you receive a 1099 form.

What should I keep in mind when filling out 1099s?

To make the process as quick and painless as possible, follow these tips:

  • Keep your bookkeeping in order throughout the year so you have accurate records in January when the form needs to be filed.
  • Request an updated Form W-9every year from your contractors. Make it a part of their onboarding process when they join the team.
  • Make sure you have accurate information ready to go when filling out 1099s.

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Penalties for Missing the 1099-NEC or 1099-MISC Filing Deadline (2024)

FAQs

Penalties for Missing the 1099-NEC or 1099-MISC Filing Deadline? ›

The penalties for missing the filing deadline for 1099 NEC and 1099 MISC forms can vary. The IRS may impose penalties based on the number of forms not filed and the duration past the deadline. The penalties range from $60 – $310 per form (tax year 2023), depending on lateness.

What happens if you miss a 1099-NEC? ›

If you don't include this and any other taxable income on your tax return, you may be subject to a penalty. Failing to report income may cause your return to understate your tax liability. If this happens, the IRS may impose an accuracy-related penalty that's equal to 20% of your underpayment.

What if I already filed my taxes and forgot a 1099-NEC? ›

What should I do? You will need to amend your return(s) in order to add your 1099-NEC form. You won't be able to amend your return yet because the IRS hasn't released Form 1040X, the amended return form.

What is the penalty for not filing a 1099 electronically? ›

If you are required to file electronically but fail to do so, and you do not have an approved waiver, you may be subject to a penalty of up to $280 per return for failure to file electronically unless you establish reasonable cause.

What if I accidentally filed a 1099-MISC instead of a 1099-NEC? ›

If you have mistakenly filed Form 1099-MISC for a recipient instead of Form 1099-NEC, you should void the filed form and file 1099-NEC for the recipient. The same applies if you filed Form 1099-NEC instead of 1099-MISC.

What are the penalties for missing the 1099-NEC or 1099-MISC filing deadline? ›

The IRS may impose penalties based on the number of forms not filed and the duration past the deadline. The penalties range from $60 – $310 per form (tax year 2023), depending on lateness. Timely filing or seeking an extension is crucial to avoid potential penalties.

How late can you file a 1099-NEC? ›

Form 1099-NEC is due on January 31 for both recipient copies and IRS, irrespective of the filing methods (paper or e-filing). The deadline to report Form 1099-NEC for the 2023 tax year is January 31, 2024. If the deadline falls on any weekend or public holiday, the deadline will move to the next business day.

Will the IRS know if I forgot a 1099? ›

The IRS knows about any income that gets reported on a 1099, even if you forgot to include it on your tax return. This is because a business that sends you a Form 1099 also reports the information to the IRS. The IRS cross-references tax returns with other income records that businesses submitted.

What happens if I forget to file a 1099? ›

What Happens if You Don't Pay Taxes for Missing 1099s? If you under-report your income, the IRS will send you a notice through the mail. Your notice may include interest on the amount you owe, and your interest may continue to accrue until you pay your owed amount in full.

Will the IRS fix my return if I forgot a 1099? ›

Taxpayers may need to file an amended return if they filed with missing or incorrect info. If they receive the missing or corrected Form W-2 or Form 1099-R after filing their return and the information differs from their previous estimate, they must file Form 1040-X, Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return.

Is it illegal to not file 1099-NEC? ›

There are penalties for not filing the forms when required. Any service fees you paid for that was related to your business activity would require 1099-NECs to be issued. As a tax professional the advice can only follow the law.

What is the difference between 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC? ›

Form 1099-MISC is for reporting payments like rent or prizes that are not subject to self-employment tax, while Form 1099-NEC is for reporting nonemployee compensation that is most likely subject to self-employment tax.

What is the IRS electronic filing deadline for 1099-NEC? ›

Section 6071(c) requires you to file Form 1099-NEC on or before January 31, using either paper or electronic filing procedures. File Form 1099-MISC by February 28, if you file on paper, or March 31, if you file electronically.

What if I didn t get a 1099-NEC or 1099-MISC but made money from self-employment? ›

by TurboTax• 99• Updated 2 months ago

If you weren't paid $600 or more, a business isn't required to send you a 1099-NEC or 1099-MISC, but you still need to report the income. To enter your self-employment income not reported on a 1099-NEC or 1099-MISC: Open or continue your return.

Can I send 1099-NEC and 1099-MISC together? ›

If you file more than one type of information return on paper -- for example, 1099-NEC, 1099-MISC, 1099-K, etc. -- you must prepare a separate Form 1096 for each type of information return.

Do I have to claim a 1099-NEC on my tax return? ›

Essentially, businesses use this form for payments for services as part of their trade or business. In addition to individuals, a business may file Form 1099-NEC to a partnership, estate, or corporation. The 1099-NEC only needs to be filed if the business has paid you $600 or more for the year.

Will the IRS catch a missing 1099? ›

The IRS employs various methods to detect discrepancies in tax reporting, including the absence of 1099 forms. While the IRS does not catch every missing 1099 immediately, their sophisticated systems and data-matching capabilities make it likely that discrepancies will be identified over time.

Can I file taxes without a 1099-NEC? ›

Filing your taxes without 1099. As a self-employed individual, you must track receipts for tax deductions and keep clean records of your income for the IRS if you don't want to pay 1099 taxes. With good record-keeping, you will be able to file taxes on your self-employment income even if you don't receive 1099.

What happens if my employer doesn't give me a 1099-NEC? ›

If your employer didn't send you a 1099, don't panic. You can still report your income to the IRS. Use your records, including invoices and payment receipts, to determine your earnings. Then, report this income on your tax return.

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