1099 and W-2 Filing Deadline in Year 2026

W2 Filing Deadline

W2 Employee Copies Due Date

Remain the same: You must furnish Copies B, C, and 2 of Form W-2 to your employees by February 2, 2026.

W2 SSA Copy and W3 Due Date

New filing date: The due date for filing Forms W-2 and W-3 with the SSA is now February 2, 2026, whether you file using paper forms or electronically.

Source: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/iw2w3.pdf

Note: Exceptions may apply

1099-MISC Deadline

Recipient Copy Due Date

Jan 31, 2026

IRS Copy and Form 1096 Due Date

March 2, 2026 using paper form. This option is only available if you file fewer than 10 returns.

March 31, 2026 using electronic filing procedure.

Source:

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i1099gi.pdf

Note: Exceptions may apply

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