Form 1099-NEC, Nonemployee Compensation, reports payments of $600 or more made to independent contractors and other non-employees during the year.
Form 1099-NEC, Nonemployee Compensation, reports payments of $600 or more made to independent contractors and other non-employees during the year. Businesses send Copy B to the contractor and file Copy A with the IRS. Note that the red Copy A filed on paper must be the official scannable form; the printable copies are for the recipient and your records.
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Official U.S. government form. Federal government works are in the public domain. Always check the issuing agency for the newest revision before filing. Issued by: Internal Revenue Service.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I file Copy A printed from a PDF?
The IRS requires the official red-ink Copy A for paper filing, or you can e-file. Printed copies are fine for recipients.
When is Form 1099-NEC due?
Generally by January 31 for both the recipient copy and the IRS filing.
Who needs a 1099-NEC?
Contractors and other non-employees you paid $600 or more for services in the year, with some exceptions.
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