1096 Summary & Transmittal Forms for 1099 Tax Form Filing
You must include one summary and transmittal 1096 form for each payer, for each type of 1099, when mailing Copy A Forms to the IRS.
The 1096 form summarizes a batch of 1099 forms for a single payer. Use one 1096 form for each type of 1099 filed by a payer.
1096 Transmittal Form Specs:
- 1-up Format
- Red scannable per IRS requirements
- 8.5″x 11″ with side perforation
- Printed on 20# laser paper in red scannable ink
- Compatible with QuickBooks® software and most accounting software that prints 1099 forms.
3 Free 1096 Forms are included with orders for preprinted 1099 sets or Copy A forms.
Mail in a batch to the IRS with Copy A Forms for a single type of 1099 form, from a single payer.
POSSIBLE NEW E-FILING REQUIREMENTS
The IRS is currently CONSIDERING a change to the e-filing threshold for 1099 & W2 forms. It is currently 250+ forms, but COULD change to 100+. Stay tuned to Discount Tax Forms and the Official IRS 1099 Instructions for developments.
If you need to efile, check with your software provider or use our online service, DiscountEfile.com to get it all done easily. We can even print and mail recipient copies for you!
