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1099 Checklist:
What Tax Filer Must Know
before the 2026 Tax Season?


   

ez1099 2025 Now Includes Built-In Direct IRIS E-Filing

No TCC (Transmitter Control Code) Required - We File on Your Behalf!


Important Notice for IRS FIRE E-Filers

  • The IRS has announced plans to retire the FIRE (Filing Information Returns Electronically) system on December 31, 2026.

  • Starting in January 2027 (for Tax Year 2026 / Filing Season 2027), the IRIS (Information Returns Intake System) will become the only authorized platform for submitting information returns - including those previously filed through FIRE.

  • Up through tax year 2025, the FIRE system will remain available for most 1099 forms, but it will not support Form 1099-DA (Digital Asset Proceeds).

  • ez1099 2025 users are encouraged to take advantage of the new built-in direct IRIS e-file service, especially if you need to file the new 1099-DA form or prepare for the upcoming transition away from FIRE.


    • Part 1: General Information

    Part 2: Paper Forms

    Part 3: eFile

    Part 4: Waiver and extension

    Part 5: For ezPaycheck and ezAccounting Clients

    Part 6: For QuickBooks Users

    Part 7: IRS Guides and Help Center

    (W2 checklist before the 2026 Tax Season)

    Part 1: General Information

    1. What is the due date?

    2. I need to file 1099-nec form. Which software should I use?
    Both ezW2 and ez1099 support the form 1099-nec. If you need to file 1099-nec only, we suggest ezW2 because it is less expensive.

    3. I need to file 1099-nec and 1099-misc forms. Should I use ez1099 software?

    Yes, ez1099 software will work for you.

    ez1099 software was developed to simplify, fill out, print and eFile 1099 forms (1099A, 1099B, 1099C, 1099CAP, 1099DA, 1099DIV, 1099G, 1099INT, 1099K, 1099LS, 1099LTC, 1099MISC, 1099NEC, 1099OID, 1099PATR, 1099Q, 1099QA, 1099R, 1099S, 1099SA, 1099SB), 1098 forms (1098, 1098C, 1098E, 1098F, 1098Q, 1098T), 5498 forms (5498, 5498ESA, 5498QA, 5498SA), as well as 3921, 3922, W2G, 1097BTC, and 1096 forms. required by the IRS

    4. I purchased your software last year. Can I reuse last year's data?

    Yes, please view the guides:

    - How to roll forward ezW2 data.

    - How to roll forward ez1099 data.


    5. Can I use ezW2 to file 1099-nec forms?
    Yes, ezW2 can file W2, W3, 1099-nec and 1096.

    6. Can ez1099 software support multiple companies?
    Yes, ez1099 Software can support unlimited companies, recipients and forms at no additional charge. Many of our customers are CPA's and tax preparers.

    7. Do you offer the free DEMO version of ez1099 2025?
    Yes. You are welcome to test drive ez1099 with no obligation and no cost.No credit card required.

    8. Sample 1099 1096 forms

    9. What are the differences between ezW2 and ez1099?

    10. Does ez1099 support the new 1099-DA form?
    Yes. Please view this guide - How to file 1099-DA (Digital Asset Proceeds)


    Part 2: About Paper Forms

    1. Are red forms required for 1099 reporting?
    Yes. IRS does not certify substitute forms. You need to print the data on the red forms for copy A and 1096.

    2. Can I print the recipient copies on white paper?
    Yes.

    3. Where to order to red forms?
    You can find the red forms from your local office store and our site. We ship all forms wtih USPS priority mail.


    Part 3: About eFile

    1. How to efile 1099's to IRS?

    In 2026 tax season, you have two options for e-filing 2025 1099s and 1096 forms with the IRS:

    1). Self-Filing - Requires your own TCC (Transmitter Control Code).
    2). In-App E-Filing Service - No TCC required; we file on your behalf.

    Learn more: 1099 self-filing vs in-app efiling service


    2. Is a TCC required to file 1099 forms electronically?

    If you are filing 2025 forms during the 2026 tax season, a TCC is not required when using the built-in direct e-filing service in ez1099 2025 (and ezW2 2025).

    However, if you need to file prior-year forms (for example, 2023 forms), the software can generate the required e-file document for you to upload through your IRS account - in this case, a TCC is required.

    Learn more at: How to apply the TCC to efile 1099


    3. I am a new tax filer. When should I apply for the TCC if I want to file 1099 electronically this year?

    With ez1099 2025 (and ezW2 2025) you can use the built-in direct e-filing service, which does not require a TCC.

    If you prefer the self-filing option, please apply the TCC as soon as possible. It may take several days to a couple of weeks to set up a new account. Please contact IRS directly to check the current status.


    4. I am a new CPA. I need to efile W2, 1099, 1095 forms for clients this year. Can I apply for one IRS efile account for all forms?

    With ez1099 2025 (and ezW2 2025) you can use the built-in direct e-filing service, which does not require a TCC and a User ID.

    If you prefer the self-filing option, you must apply different accounts.

    - You need to apply User ID to file W2/W2C for SSA return.
    - You need to apply TCC to file 1099 to IRS FIRE System.
    - You need to apply TCC for IRS ACA system.

    5. Do I need to pay extra fee to use your in-app efiling service
    We include 10 free form submissions with your ez1099 order. If you need to file additional forms, a small service fee will apply for extra submissions.

    6. I am a CPA. When I file for multiple companies, do I need to register for a account for each company when using your direct efiling service?
    No, you only need one customer account. With a single account, you can submit forms for multiple companies and track all submission statuses conveniently in one place.

    7 When I efile my 1099 forms, do I need to submit a 1096 separately?
    No. The efile document created by ez1099 (or ezW2) software includes both 1099 forms and 1096 form.


    Part 4: Waiver and extension

    1. Application For A Waiver from Electronic Filing of Information Returns
    You can file Form 8508.

    2. Application for Extension of Time to File Information Returns


    Part 5: For ezPaycheck and ezAccounting clients

    1. How ezW2 works with ezPaycheck?

    2. How ezW2 works with ezAccounting?


    Part 6: For QuickBooks Clients

    1. Can I use your tax software with QuickBooks?
    Yes, many QuickBooks clients like ezW2 and ez1099 software. Our software can import data from QuickBooks IIF file.

    - How ezW2 works with QuickBooks

    - How ez1099 works with QuickBooks


    Part 7: IRS Guides and Help Center

    The Technical Services Operation (TSO) is available to payers, transmitters, and employers at the numbers listed below. When you call you will be provided guidance to essential elements pertaining to technical aspects for electronic filing through the FIRE systems, self-help resources, and referrals to tax law topics on IRS.gov. Below are some examples of essential elements:
  • Form identification
  • How to obtain a form
  • Provide related publications for a form or topic
  • FIRE File status information and guidance


    • Contact Technical Services Operation (TSO)

    Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. EST

  • 866-455-7438 Toll-free
  • 304-263-8700 International
  • The IRS welcomes calls via your choice of relay. Deaf or hard of hearing taxpayers using a relay service may call any of our toll-free numbers.





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    Please feel free to contact us whenever you need assistance. Our support team is glad to assist you