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The 1099-NEC form is used to report nonemployee compensation to the IRS. This form is essential for freelancers, independent contractors, and other self-employed individuals who receive payments for services rendered. Understanding how to correctly fill out this form is crucial to avoid penalties and ensure compliance with tax regulations.

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The 1099-NEC form plays a crucial role in the reporting of nonemployee compensation for tax purposes. Introduced in 2020, this form specifically targets payments made to independent contractors and freelancers, distinguishing them from traditional employees. It is essential for payers to report any compensation exceeding $600 within a calendar year using this form. Notably, the 1099-NEC includes various sections, such as the payer's and recipient's information, the total amount of nonemployee compensation, and any taxes withheld. The form is divided into multiple copies, each designated for different purposes: Copy A is submitted to the IRS, while Copy B is provided to the recipient for their records. Accuracy is paramount, as filing incorrect forms can lead to penalties. Additionally, the IRS offers electronic filing options through the FIRE system, making it easier for businesses to comply with reporting requirements. Understanding the nuances of the 1099-NEC is vital for both payers and recipients to ensure proper tax reporting and compliance.

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Attention:

Copy A of this form is provided for informational purposes only. Copy A appears in red, similar to the official IRS form. The official printed version of Copy A of this IRS form is scannable, but the online version of it, printed from this website, is not. Do not print and file copy A downloaded from this website; a penalty may be imposed for filing with the IRS information return forms that can’t be scanned. See part O in the current General Instructions for Certain Information Returns, available at www.irs.gov/form1099, for more information about penalties.

Please note that Copy B and other copies of this form, which appear in black, may be downloaded and printed and used to satisfy the requirement to provide the information to the recipient.

To order official IRS information returns, which include a scannable Copy A for filing with the IRS and all other applicable copies of the form, visit www.IRS.gov/orderforms. Click on Employer and Information Returns, and we’ll mail you the forms you request and their instructions, as well as any publications you may order.

Information returns may also be filed electronically using the IRS Filing Information Returns Electronically (FIRE) system (visit www.IRS.gov/FIRE) or the IRS Affordable Care Act Information Returns (AIR) program (visit www.IRS.gov/AIR).

See IRS Publications 1141, 1167, and 1179 for more information about printing these tax forms.

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PAYER’S name, street address, city or town, state or province, country, ZIP

OMB No. 1545-0116

or foreign postal code, and telephone no.

Form 1099-NEC

Nonemployee

(Rev. January 2022)

Compensation

For calendar year

PAYER’S TIN

RECIPIENT’S TIN

Nonemployee compensation

Copy A

For Internal Revenue

RECIPIENT’S name

Payer made direct sales totaling $5,000 or more of

Service Center

consumer products to recipient for resale

File with Form 1096.

For Privacy Act and

Paperwork Reduction Act

Street address (including apt. no.)

Notice, see the current

Federal income tax withheld

General Instructions for

Certain Information

City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code

Returns.

State tax withheld

6 State/Payer’s state no.

7 State income

Account number (see instructions)

2nd TIN not.

Form 1099-NEC (Rev. 1-2022)

Cat. No. 72590N

www.irs.gov/Form1099NEC

Department of the Treasury - Internal Revenue Service

Do Not Cut or Separate Forms on This Page — Do Not Cut or Separate Forms on This Page

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PAYER’S name, street address, city or town, state or province, country, ZIP						OMB No. 1545-0116
or foreign postal code, and telephone no.						Form 1099-NEC
						Form 1099-NEC	Nonemployee
							Nonemployee
						(Rev. January 2022)	Compensation
						For calendar year
						20
PAYER’S TIN	RECIPIENT’S TIN		1	Nonemployee compensation			Copy 1
			$				Copy 1
			$				For State Tax
RECIPIENT’S name			2	Payer made direct sales totaling $5,000 or more of			For State Tax
				consumer products to recipient for resale			Department

			3
Street address (including apt. no.)
Street address (including apt. no.)
			4	Federal income tax withheld
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code			$
			5	State tax withheld	6 State/Payer’s state no.		7 State income
			$				$
Account number (see instructions)			$				$
			$				$
Form 1099-NEC (Rev. 1-2022)		www.irs.gov/Form1099NEC				Department of the Treasury - Internal Revenue Service

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PAYER’S name, street address, city or town, state or province, country, ZIP				OMB No. 1545-0116
or foreign postal code, and telephone no.				Form 1099-NEC
				Form 1099-NEC	Nonemployee
					Nonemployee
				(Rev. January 2022)	Compensation
				For calendar year
				20

PAYER’S TIN	RECIPIENT’S TIN	1 Nonemployee compensation			Copy B
		$			For Recipient
RECIPIENT’S name		2 Payer made direct sales totaling $5,000 or more of			This is important tax
RECIPIENT’S name		2 Payer made direct sales totaling $5,000 or more of			information and is being
		consumer products to recipient for resale			information and is being
		consumer products to recipient for resale			furnished to the IRS. If you are
					furnished to the IRS. If you are
		3			required to file a return, a
		3			negligence penalty or other
Street address (including apt. no.)

					sanction may be imposed on
		4 Federal income tax withheld			you if this income is taxable
		4 Federal income tax withheld			and the IRS determines that it
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code		$			and the IRS determines that it
		$			has not been reported.
		5 State tax withheld	6 State/Payer’s state no.		7 State income
		$			$
Account number (see instructions)		$			$
		$			$
Form 1099-NEC (Rev. 1-2022)	(keep for your records)	www.irs.gov/Form1099NEC		Department of the Treasury - Internal Revenue Service

Instructions for Recipient

You received this form instead of Form W-2 because the payer did not consider you an employee and did not withhold income tax or social security and Medicare tax.

If you believe you are an employee and cannot get the payer to correct this form, report the amount shown in box 1 on the line for “Wages, salaries, tips, etc.” of Form 1040, 1040-SR, or 1040-NR. You must also complete Form 8919 and attach it to your return. For more information, see Pub. 1779, Independent Contractor or Employee.

If you are not an employee but the amount in box 1 is not self- employment (SE) income (for example, it is income from a sporadic activity or a hobby), report the amount shown in box 1 on the “Other income” line (on Schedule 1 (Form 1040)).

Recipient’s taxpayer identification number (TIN). For your protection, this form may show only the last four digits of your TIN (social security number (SSN), individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN), adoption taxpayer identification number (ATIN), or employer identification number (EIN)). However, the issuer has reported your complete TIN to the IRS.

Account number. May show an account or other unique number the payer assigned to distinguish your account.

Box 1. Shows nonemployee compensation. If the amount in this box is SE income, report it on Schedule C or F (Form 1040) if a sole proprietor, or on Form 1065 and Schedule K-1 (Form 1065) if a partnership, and the recipient/partner completes Schedule SE (Form 1040).

Note: If you are receiving payments on which no income, social security, and Medicare taxes are withheld, you should make estimated tax payments. See Form 1040-ES (or Form 1040-ES (NR)). Individuals must report these amounts as explained in these box 1 instructions. Corporations, fiduciaries, and partnerships must report these amounts on the appropriate line of their tax returns.

Box 2. If checked, consumer products totaling $5,000 or more were sold to you for resale, on a buy-sell, a deposit-commission, or other basis. Generally, report any income from your sale of these products on Schedule C (Form 1040).

Box 3. Reserved for future use.

Box 4. Shows backup withholding. A payer must backup withhold on certain payments if you did not give your TIN to the payer. See Form W-9, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification, for information on backup withholding. Include this amount on your income tax return as tax withheld.

Boxes 5–7. State income tax withheld reporting boxes.

Future developments. For the latest information about developments related to Form 1099-NEC and its instructions, such as legislation enacted after they were published, go to www.irs.gov/Form1099NEC.

Free File Program. Go to www.irs.gov/FreeFile to see if you qualify for no-cost online federal tax preparation, e-filing, and direct deposit or payment options.

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PAYER’S name, street address, city or town, state or province, country, ZIP						OMB No. 1545-0116
or foreign postal code, and telephone no.						Form 1099-NEC
						Form 1099-NEC	Nonemployee
							Nonemployee
						(Rev. January 2022)	Compensation
						For calendar year
						20
PAYER’S TIN	RECIPIENT’S TIN		1	Nonemployee compensation			Copy 2
			$				Copy 2
			$				To be filed with
RECIPIENT’S name			2	Payer made direct sales totaling $5,000 or more of			To be filed with
				consumer products to recipient for resale			recipient’s state
							income tax
			3				income tax
			3				return, when
Street address (including apt. no.)							return, when
Street address (including apt. no.)							required.
			4	Federal income tax withheld
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code			$
			5	State tax withheld	6 State/Payer’s state no.		7 State income
			$				$
Account number (see instructions)			$				$
			$				$
Form 1099-NEC (Rev. 1-2022)		www.irs.gov/Form1099NEC				Department of the Treasury - Internal Revenue Service

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PAYER’S name, street address, city or town, state or province, country, ZIP						OMB No. 1545-0116
or foreign postal code, and telephone no.						Form 1099-NEC
						Form 1099-NEC	Nonemployee
							Nonemployee
						(Rev. January 2022)	Compensation
						For calendar year
						20
PAYER’S TIN	RECIPIENT’S TIN			1 Nonemployee compensation			Copy C
				$			Copy C
				$			For Payer
RECIPIENT’S name				2 Payer made direct sales totaling $5,000 or more of			For Payer
RECIPIENT’S name				2 Payer made direct sales totaling $5,000 or more of
				consumer products to recipient for resale			For Privacy Act and
							For Privacy Act and
				3			Paperwork Reduction
				3			Act Notice, see the
							Act Notice, see the
Street address (including apt. no.)							current General
							Instructions for Certain
				4 Federal income tax withheld			Instructions for Certain
				4 Federal income tax withheld			Information Returns.
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code				$
				5 State tax withheld	6 State/Payer’s state no.		7 State income
				$			$
Account number (see instructions)			2nd TIN not.	$			$
				$			$
Form 1099-NEC (Rev. 1-2022)		www.irs.gov/Form1099NEC				Department of the Treasury - Internal Revenue Service

Instructions for Payer

To complete Form 1099-NEC, use:

•The current General Instructions for Certain Information Returns, and

•The current Instructions for Forms 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC.

To order these instructions and additional forms, go to www.irs.gov/EmployerForms.

Caution: Because paper forms are scanned during processing, you cannot file certain Forms 1096, 1097, 1098, 1099, 3921, or 5498 that you print from the IRS website.

Filing and furnishing. For filing and furnishing instructions, including due dates, and to request filing or furnishing extensions, see the current General Instructions for Certain Information Returns.

Need help? If you have questions about reporting on Form 1099-NEC, call the information reporting customer service site toll free at 866-455-7438 or 304-263-8700 (not toll free). Persons with a hearing or speech disability with access to TTY/TDD equipment can call 304-579-4827 (not toll free).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the 1099-NEC form?
The 1099-NEC form is used to report nonemployee compensation. This includes payments made to independent contractors, freelancers, and other non-employees for services rendered. If you received $600 or more in a calendar year from a single payer, they are required to issue you a 1099-NEC.
How do I obtain the official 1099-NEC form?
To obtain the official version of the 1099-NEC form, you should visit the IRS website at www.IRS.gov/orderforms. Here, you can order the necessary forms, including a scannable Copy A for filing with the IRS. It’s important to use the official forms rather than printing them from the website to avoid potential penalties.
What should I do if I believe I am an employee but received a 1099-NEC?
If you believe you should be classified as an employee instead of an independent contractor, you can report the income shown on the 1099-NEC on your tax return as wages. You will need to include it on the line for “Wages, salaries, tips, etc.” of Form 1040. Additionally, you may need to complete Form 8919 and attach it to your return to report your situation.
What happens if I don’t report the income on my 1099-NEC?
Failing to report the income listed on your 1099-NEC can lead to penalties. The IRS may impose a negligence penalty if they find that you did not report taxable income. It is crucial to accurately report this income on your tax return to avoid any issues with the IRS.
Can I file the 1099-NEC electronically?
Yes, you can file the 1099-NEC electronically using the IRS Filing Information Returns Electronically (FIRE) system. This method is convenient and helps ensure that your forms are submitted accurately. For more information, visit www.IRS.gov/FIRE.

Misconceptions

Understanding the 1099-NEC form can be confusing. Here are five common misconceptions that often arise:

Misconception 1: The 1099-NEC is the same as a W-2.

The 1099-NEC is specifically for reporting nonemployee compensation, while the W-2 is for employees. If you receive a 1099-NEC, it means you are classified as an independent contractor, not an employee.

Misconception 2: You can file a downloaded copy of Copy A with the IRS.

Copy A must be an official printed version from the IRS. Filing a downloaded version can lead to penalties because it is not scannable.

Misconception 3: All copies of the 1099-NEC are identical.

While the information may be similar, different copies serve different purposes. For example, Copy A is for the IRS, while Copy B is for the recipient. Ensure you use the correct copy for the right purpose.

Misconception 4: You don't need to report 1099-NEC income if taxes weren't withheld.

Even if no taxes were withheld, the income reported on a 1099-NEC must still be reported on your tax return. Failing to do so can result in penalties.

Misconception 5: The 1099-NEC only applies to large payments.

The 1099-NEC must be issued for any nonemployee compensation totaling $600 or more in a calendar year, regardless of whether it is considered a large payment.

Common mistakes

Using the wrong version of the form: Individuals often download the 1099-NEC form from unofficial sources. It is crucial to obtain the official version from the IRS website to avoid penalties.
Incorrect taxpayer identification numbers (TINs): Mistakes in entering the payer’s or recipient’s TIN can lead to significant issues. Double-checking these numbers is essential for accurate reporting.
Filing deadlines: Missing the filing deadline can result in penalties. It is important to be aware of the specific dates for filing the 1099-NEC form with the IRS and providing copies to recipients.
Incorrect amounts reported: Errors in the amounts reported in box 1 for nonemployee compensation can lead to discrepancies. Ensure that the figures are accurate and reflect the payments made.
Not checking the “corrected” box: If a correction is needed, failing to check the “corrected” box can cause confusion. Always indicate when submitting a corrected form.
Omitting required information: Some filers forget to include essential details such as the payer’s address or the recipient’s name. Every field must be filled out completely to ensure compliance.
Not providing copies to recipients: After filing with the IRS, it is necessary to provide a copy of the 1099-NEC to the recipient. Neglecting this step can lead to misunderstandings about reported income.
Failing to report backup withholding: If backup withholding applies, it must be accurately reported in box 4. Ignoring this can lead to issues with the IRS.
Using incorrect mailing methods: Sending forms to the IRS using the wrong method can delay processing. It is important to follow the guidelines for mailing or electronic filing.
Not keeping copies for records: Failing to retain copies of filed forms can create challenges in case of audits or discrepancies. Always keep a copy for personal records.

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Document Data

Fact Name	Details
Purpose of Form	The 1099-NEC form is used to report nonemployee compensation. This includes payments made to independent contractors and freelancers for services rendered.
Filing Requirements	If you pay an independent contractor $600 or more in a calendar year, you must file Form 1099-NEC with the IRS and provide a copy to the recipient.
Penalties for Incorrect Filing	Filing incorrect information returns can result in penalties. For example, if the IRS determines that the form cannot be scanned, a penalty may be imposed.
State-Specific Forms	Some states require additional forms to report nonemployee compensation. For instance, California requires Form 1099-NEC to be filed in accordance with the California Revenue and Taxation Code.
Electronic Filing	Form 1099-NEC can be filed electronically using the IRS Filing Information Returns Electronically (FIRE) system, making the process more efficient for businesses.

Similar forms

The 1099-MISC form is similar to the 1099-NEC in that both forms report income received by non-employees. The 1099-MISC was traditionally used for various types of income, including rents, prizes, and awards, while the 1099-NEC specifically focuses on nonemployee compensation. This distinction became particularly important after the IRS reintroduced the 1099-NEC in 2020 to streamline reporting for independent contractors. Both forms require the payer's and recipient's taxpayer identification numbers, ensuring proper tracking of income for tax purposes.

The 1099-DIV form is another document that shares similarities with the 1099-NEC. It is used to report dividends and distributions received by individuals from investments. Like the 1099-NEC, it includes important information such as the payer's and recipient's taxpayer identification numbers. While the 1099-NEC focuses on payments for services rendered, the 1099-DIV is concerned with investment income, highlighting the variety of income types that must be reported to the IRS.

The 1099-INT form also resembles the 1099-NEC, as it reports interest income earned by individuals. Financial institutions use this form to inform taxpayers about interest payments made during the year. Similar to the 1099-NEC, it requires both the payer's and recipient's taxpayer identification numbers. The main difference lies in the nature of the income reported, with the 1099-INT focusing on interest rather than compensation for services.

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The 1099-B form is used to report proceeds from broker and barter exchange transactions. This document is similar to the 1099-NEC in that it provides essential information for tax reporting. It includes details about the sale of securities or other assets, requiring both payer and recipient taxpayer identification numbers. Both forms serve the purpose of ensuring that income is accurately reported to the IRS, although the 1099-B specifically addresses capital gains and losses.

The 1099-C form reports cancellation of debt income, which can occur when a lender forgives or cancels a debt. Like the 1099-NEC, this form requires taxpayer identification numbers for both parties involved. The primary difference is the type of income being reported; the 1099-C addresses situations where debt is forgiven, while the 1099-NEC pertains to payments for services rendered. Both forms are crucial for tax compliance and accurate income reporting.

The 1099-G form is issued for certain government payments, such as unemployment compensation or state tax refunds. Similar to the 1099-NEC, it provides information necessary for the recipient to report income on their tax return. Both forms require taxpayer identification numbers, ensuring that the IRS can track income accurately. The key difference lies in the source of the income, with the 1099-G focusing on government payments rather than payments for services.

The 1099-R form is used to report distributions from retirement plans, pensions, and IRAs. This form shares similarities with the 1099-NEC in that it is essential for tax reporting. It requires the payer's and recipient's taxpayer identification numbers, ensuring compliance with IRS regulations. While both forms serve to report income, the 1099-R is specifically tailored to retirement-related distributions, highlighting the diverse nature of income reporting.

The 1099-S form is used to report proceeds from real estate transactions. Similar to the 1099-NEC, it includes taxpayer identification numbers for both the payer and recipient. This form is essential for reporting income from the sale of property, while the 1099-NEC focuses on compensation for services. Both forms play a vital role in ensuring that taxpayers accurately report their income to the IRS.

The 1099-K form is issued for payment card and third-party network transactions. This form is similar to the 1099-NEC in that it reports income received, but it specifically focuses on payments processed through payment cards or platforms like PayPal. Both forms require taxpayer identification numbers, helping the IRS track income. The 1099-K is essential for individuals who receive payments through electronic means, while the 1099-NEC addresses traditional compensation for services.