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1099 Forms › Understanding the 2025 Version of Form 1099-DIV
The IRS uses Form 1099-DIV to report dividends and various distributions associated with stocks or mutual funds. It is generally filed by corporations and financial institutions, such as banks, with the IRS and distributed to the recipients. For a comprehensive understanding of how to submit Form 1099-DIV, continue reading.
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Common 1099-DIV Questions
What Exactly is IRS Form 1099-DIV?
Form 1099-DIV is an IRS document that shows dividends paid during a tax year by a domestic or eligible foreign corporation. If you have paid capital gain dividends, exempt-interest dividends, or other distributions over $10, you must submit Form 1099-DIV for that recipient. In addition, if you have withheld federal income taxes under the backup withholding rules or foreign taxes on dividends or paid $600 in liquidations, a Form 1099-DIV must be filed.
Who is Required to Submit Form 1099-DIV?
Payers who fulfill one of the conditions below are required to file Form 1099-DIV:
- Payer paid dividends, including capital gain dividends, exempt-interest dividends, and other distributions on stock of $10 or more.
- Payer withheld and remitted any foreign tax on dividends and other distributions on stock.
- Payer withheld federal income taxes due to backup withholding rules.
- Payer paid at least $600 as part of a liquidation process.
Click here for a deeper understanding of the Form 1099-DIV instructions.
What is the Penalty for Missing Form 1099 Deadline?
Failing to file Form 1099 by the deadline or meeting the deadline but providing incorrect recipient information can result in IRS penalties ranging from $60 to $630, depending on how late the form is submitted. The IRS has increased the penalty amounts for the 2025 filing year.
1099 penalties may be subject to the following:
- Furnishing incorrect information on a return
- Failure to provide the required information
- Late filing of returns
- Paper filing when required to file electronically (E-file 1099 if you have 10 or more information returns)
The IRS is accustomed to changing rules year-to-year, sometimes even in the middle of the current tax season! This is why having the most accurate information about the IRS requirements and deadlines for filing any Form 1099 is essential. Use reliable tax software to e-file your forms and stay updated on any changes in regulations or deadlines.
What are the 1099 Deadlines for 2025?
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January 31st, 2025
Recipient Copies
Form 1099s must be distributed to the recipient on or before January 31st
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February 28th, 2025
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March 31st, 2025
E-File
Form 1099s must be e-filed directly to the IRS on or before March 31st
Visit our deadlines article to learn more about Form 1099 due dates.
Note: If the filing deadline lands on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, the due date will automatically be extended to the following business day.
The exception to these deadlines above is for filing Form 1099-NEC. Depending on the filing method, there is a month's advancement on the recipient and IRS copies being January 31st. Get started with BoomTax and file your 1099 with the IRS, state, and mail recipient copies on time. Get Started Now
If you find errors after filing your 1099 return with the IRS, promptly correct the information and submit the corrected Form 1099 and Form 1096 to the IRS. Also, provide your recipient with an updated 1099 showing the updated details. If you need to correct any state or local tax department information, file the form with the appropriate agencies, not the IRS.
What are the different Form 1099 Copies?
Each Form 1099 has five different copies with their specific purpose:
Copy A
IRS copy for paper filing.
Copy 1
Filed with the State Tax Department.
Copy B
Recipient copy.
Copy 2
Recipient state copy used for state income tax reporting.
Copy C
Payer's copy for their records.
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How Do You Submit Form 1099-DIV?
Payers obligated to submit Form 1099-DIV may opt to send physical copies to the IRS or choose to e-file. It's worth mentioning that the IRS highly recommends e-filing. When payers e-file, the IRS can process your forms more rapidly and update you promptly. Bear in mind that if you need to file 10 or more 1099-DIV forms with the IRS, e-filing is mandatory.
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