1099 & W-2 Guides for Small Business
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Small Business Guide to Filing 1099 & W-2 Forms.
Whether you need to file W2s for employees, or 1099-NEC for contractors, we can help!
Use this guide to understand how to file, when to file and the best forms, software and solutions for you.
Industry-Specific Guides to Filing 1099 and W2 Forms
Filing Requirements Overview
Deadlines for 2024 1099 & W-2 Filing
January 31, 2025
All 1099 Recipient Copies B / C / 2 mailed to recipient
W-2 Employee Copies B / C / 2 mailed to employees
1099NEC Copy A forms to IRS*
W2 Copy A to IRS*
>> *E-FILE REQUIREMENTS << Businesses with 10+ 1099 and W2 forms combined MUST e-file Copy A forms with the IRS or SSA. Make it easy with DiscountEfile.com...
February 28, 2025 - Paper 1099 Copy A forms to IRS
1099 Form Copy A, along with 1096 Transmittals, mailed to the IRS for all 1099 forms except 1099-NEC with non-employee compensation, which are due January 31.
April 1, 2025 - E-file 1099 forms with IRS
1099 Forms E-filed to the IRS, except 1099-NEC with non-employee compensation, which are due January 31.
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Decoding W-2 Formats
2up W2 Forms
2 forms on a sheet, with one center perforation to create 2 forms.
Use for traditional or condensed 2up W2 forms for employees, 4-pt Copies B and/or C for federal filing and the employee record copy.
3up W2 Forms
3 forms on a sheet, typically with a vertical side strip to remove before mailing.
Use for condensed 3up W2 forms for employees, 6-part Copies B/C/2 for federal and state filing.
4up W2 Forms
4 forms on a single sheet, perforated into quadrants or horizontal sections depending on your software.
Use for 8pt W2 printing of employee Copies B/C/2/2 for federal, state and local filing.
Tips for Easier W2 Filing
Check your software for supported formats:
- Preprinted forms (prints data on a pre-made form) or
- Blank paper (prints data and boxes on a perforated sheet)
- 2up, 3up or 4up forms
- Be sure your envelope windows match!
W3 Transmittal forms must be mailed with Red Copy A forms. We include a couple FREE W3 forms with each W2 order.
Online filing is an option! DiscountEfile.com lets you enter or import data, and then takes care of the rest. Your forms are e-filed with the IRS/SSA and mailed to employees automatically. With a few clicks, you're done! Learn more.
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Business Penalties & Fines for Incorrect 1099 & W2 Filing
If your business fails to file 1099 & W2 forms on time, or provides incorrect information, you could incur large fines. Learn about the penalties how how to avoid them!
Navigating the IRS E-Filing Requirement Change for Small Businesses: A Guide to Using DiscountEfile.com
If your business needs to file 10 or more 1099 & W2 forms combined, per EIN, you must e-file Copy A forms with the IRS and SSA. We make it easy! And can even print and mail recipient copies for you.
Decoding 1099NEC Copy Requirements
1099-NEC ‘Copies’, or parts, report non-employee compensation to recipients and government agencies and help ensure accuracy of income tax filing. 1099-NEC Forms are filled out by the payer and provided to the recipient and government agency.
Official vs. Condensed W2 Forms: Understanding the Formats
Understand the Different W2 Formats Easily! Compare Traditional 2up W2 Forms to 4up & 3up W2 Forms for Efficient Printing & Mailing of Employee Copies.