E-File 1099 Correction
Form Online
Easily correct your 1099 forms with TaxBandits at no additional cost
if the original forms were filed with us.
How TaxBandits Simplifies 1099 Corrections
See how these features make TaxBandits the best choice to file 1099-Corrections online.
Free 1099 Corrections
Easily correct your 1099 forms at no additional cost if the original forms were filed with TaxBandits.
Auto-Generate
Transmittal Form
When you e-file your 1099 correction Form with TaxBandits your Form 1096 will be auto generated for your reference.
Postal Mail
Choose the postal mail option to send corrected Form 1099 copies to recipients through TaxBandits on your behalf.
Online Access
You can securely distribute the Corrected Form 1099 to your employees through our secure online portal.
What Information Can I Correct in Form 1099?
Type 1 Errors
- The incorrect payment amount.
- An incorrect code or checkbox. An incorrect name or address for the payee (but the correct TIN).
- If you filed a form when one should not have been filed (in this case, your corrected form would show zeros).
Type 2 Errors
- Incorrect Payee and Payer Taxpayer Identification Number.
- Incorrect Payer or Payee information, or filing the wrong form.
How to E-File Your Form 1099 Corrections?
Follow the simple and quick steps to e-file your 1099 Corrections
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Step 1: Choose Form Type/Tax Year
Select the form type you want to correct and specify the tax year.
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Step 2: Select the Payer you want to correct
Choose the payer from the Address Book for whom you want to file the 1099 correction.
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Step 3: Make Necessary Corrections
You can manually correct the necessary information or void all the details.
Note: If you correct the state information, it’s your responsibility to download the form copies as PDFs and send them directly to the respective agency.
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Step 4:
Choose Distribution Options
Select your preferred method to deliver the recipient copies via postal mail, online access, or advanced distribution.
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Step 5: Review and Transmit to the IRS
Review the form summary and transmit it to the IRS and state agencies.
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Step 1: Choose Form Type/Tax Year
Select the form type you want to correct and choose the tax year.
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Step 2: Make 1099 Corrections in Bulk
You can make multiple 1099 corrections simultaneously by exporting the form data, correcting the errors in the exported file, and uploading the revised CSV back into our system.
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Step 3: Preview & Fix Errors
Fix the errors in your form, or you can skip the errors and proceed with the correct returns.
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Step 4:
Choose Distribution Options
Select your preferred method to deliver the recipient copies via postal mail, online access, or advanced distribution.
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Step 5:
Review and Transmit to the IRS
Review the form summary and transmit it to the IRS and State agencies.
We'll send the email notifications regarding the status of your forms. You can also track the status directly from your dashboard.
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Frequently Asked Questions on Form 1099 Corrections
How to Correct Payer Information on Accepted 1099 Form?
In order to report the incorrect payer information on submitted 1099 return, you must send a letter to the IRS with the following information.
- Name and address of payer
- Type of error (include the incorrect payer name/TIN that was reported)
- Tax year
- Correct payer TIN
- Type of return
- Number of payees
- Filing method, paper or electronic
- If federal income tax was withheld
With TaxBandits, you can download the letter with the updated payer information for free. Just choose “payer information” under 1099 correction and make the corrections that you want to report. Then all you need to do is download the letter, print, sign, and mail it to the IRS. Get started with TaxBandits and
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When is the Deadline to File Form 1099 Corrections?
If you found any errors after filing your 1099 return with the IRS, correct the information as soon as possible and submit the corrected Form 1099 to the IRS. You should also send your recipient a statement that represents the corrected information. If you are correcting any information related to the state or local tax department, you have to file it with the respective agencies, not to the IRS. TaxBandits allows you to file 1099 Correction easily and securely.
What are the IRS penalties for late or incorrect 1099 filings ?
The IRS imposes penalties for failing to file correct 1099 forms on time. For the 2024 tax year, the penalties are as follows:
- Filed within 30 days after the due date: $60 per return
- Filed after 30 days but before August 1: $130 per return
- Filed on or after August 1 or not filed at all: $330 per return
- Intentional disregard of filing requirements: Minimum penalty of $660 per form with no maximum limit
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Do TaxBandits support 1099 corrections filed with other providers?
Currently TaxBandits does not support corrections for 1099 forms that were filed with other providers. However, you can make corrections to your previously filed 1099 forms through TaxBandits at no additional cost.
