Montana 1099 Filing Requirements

The state of Montana requires certain businesses to file 1099 with Reconciliation Form MW-3.

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Montana 1099 Filing Criteria

The State of Montana mandates 1099 filing based on the amount of state taxes withheld and the total payments you made.

Montana State Required 1099 Forms

(Filing Criteria)

Form 1099 NEC Form 1099 MISC Other 1099 Forms

(Form 1099-INT, DIV, R, W-2G)

Criteria 1

If there is Montana state tax withheld

Payment Threshold:

More than $0

Filing Method:

Direct State Filing

Additional Form:

Form MW-3

Deadline:

January 31, 2025

Pricing:

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Payment Threshold:

More than $0

Filing Method:

Direct State Filing

Additional Form:

Form MW-3

Deadline:

January 31, 2025

Pricing:

1099 State filing - $0.70/form

Payment Threshold:

More than $0

Filing Method:

Direct State Filing

Additional Form:

Form MW-3

Deadline:

January 31, 2025

Pricing:

1099 State filing - $0.70/form

Criteria 2

If there is no Montana state tax withheld

Payment Threshold:

Follows Federal Threshold

Filing Method:

Direct State Filing

Additional Form:

Not Required

Deadline:

January 31, 2025

Pricing:

1099 State filing - $0.70/form

Payment Threshold:

Follows Federal Threshold

Filing Method:

Direct State Filing

Additional Form:

Not Required

Deadline:

January 31, 2025

Pricing:

1099 State filing - $0.70/form

Payment Threshold:

Follows Federal Threshold

Filing Method:

Direct State Filing

Additional Form:

Not Required

Deadline:

January 31, 2025

Pricing:

1099 State filing - $0.70/form

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Information Required to File 1099 Forms with Montana

Discover the key information needed to file Form 1099 with the State of Montana.

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1. State/Payer’s state number

The payer's state identification number refers to the Montana Withholding Tax Account Number.

Montana State ID Format: 13 digits starting with 10 digits followed by hyphen WTH (Eg: 9999999999-WTH)

2. Montana state income

The total amount of taxable income that is subject to Montana state income tax.

3. Montana state tax withheld

The total amount of state income taxes withheld from the recipient's income.

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If you’ve withheld any Montana taxes, you must file Reconciliation Form MW-3.

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Montana Annual W-2 1099 Withholding Tax Reconciliation — Form MW-3

Form MW-3 is an Annual Reconciliation that reports the total income taxes withheld from employees/contractors and taxes remitted to the state. It's also used to claim an overpayment refund or pay if the taxes are underpaid.

Information Reported on MW-3:

  • Number of 1099s and W-2s Submitted
  • Montana Annual W-2 1099 Withholding Tax Reconciliation
  • Total Montana withholding tax paid
  • Breakdown of deposit period, deposit paid, tax withheld, tax paid, and the difference between them.
Montana Annual Reconciliation Form A-3

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How to File Form 1099 with the State of Montana?

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  • Step 1: Choose Form 1099

    Select the type of 1099 form you want to file.

  • Step 2: Enter Form 1099 details

    Complete the form using manual entry or other bulk import options.

  • Step 3: Enter State Filing Information:

    Provide the required Montana state details for Form 1099.

  • Step 4: Choose Distribution Options

    Opt for our distribution services – Postal Mailing, Online Access, or BanditComplete.

  • Step 5: Review and Transmit

    Review your form and transmit it to the IRS and state agencies.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Montana require 1099 filing?

Yes, the Montana Department of Revenue mandates the filing of 1099 Forms.

  • If there is any state tax withholding, you must file 1099 Forms directly with the state.
  • If there is no state tax withholding, the IRS will automatically forward your federal 1099 forms to the state agency since Montana is part of
    the CF/SF program.

Does Montana have a specific payment threshold for Form 1099 filing?

No, Montana does not have a specific payment threshold for reporting Form 1099. Reporting requirements in the state align with federal guidelines. Payers are required to assess and file a Form 1099 based on the applicable federal threshold for each specific form. Below are the various Federal thresholds for
Form 1099.

Forms Threshold
Form 1099-NEC $600
Form 1099-MISC $600
Form 1099-K $5000
Form 1099-INT

$10

Form 1099-DIV $10
Form 1099-R $10
Form 1099-B -
Form 1099-G -
Form 1099-OID $10
Form W-2G
  • $1200 or more from Bingo or slot machines
  • $1500 or more from a keno game
  • $5000 or more from a poker tournament
  • Any other winnings of $600 or more or 300 times the amount wagered

What types of 1099 forms does Montana require?

Montana requires the filing of the following 1099 forms only if there is state tax withholding:


Does Montana require additional forms when filing 1099 and
W-2G forms?

Yes! If there is any state tax withheld, the State of Montana requires an additional Form MW-3 (Reconciliation) along with Form 1099.


What is Form MW-3?

Yes, Montana requires the following Withholding Tax Reconciliation Form along with your 1099 or W-2G Forms

Form MW-3 (Withholding Tax Reconciliation) must be filed along with the respective 1099 and W-2 forms.


When is Montana 1099 due?

The due date for filing Form 1099with Montana varies depending on whether there is a Montana State Tax Withholding:

If there is a Montana State Tax Withholding, the due date to file 1099s is January 31, 2025.

If there is no Montana State Tax Withholding, the due date aligns with the Federal Due Date of April 1, 2025. However, exceptions exist:

  • If payment is reported in box 2 of Form 1099-MISC, the due date is February 28, 2025.
  • If any payment is reported on box 8 or 10 in Form 1099-MISC, the due date is February 15, 2025.
  • The deadline for filing Form 1099-NEC is January 31, 2025, regardless of withholding.

In case any due date falls on a weekend or federal holiday, the subsequent business day becomes the deadline.


What are the requirements to file 1099 electronically with Montana?

Payers are required to file 1099 electronically if they file 250 or more returns. Additionally, it is highly recommended that payers who file fewer than 250 returns opt for electronic filing, as it offers greater convenience and expedites the processing of the forms.


What are the penalties for not filing or filing 1099 late with Montana?

Montana charges a penalty for the following:

Late filing of 1099

  • If you fail to file 1099 by the deadline, the penalties will be applicable as below:
  • Minimum of $50 or 5% of your unpaid taxes per month
  • Maximum of 25% of your unpaid taxes

Not paying the withheld taxes on time

  • If you fail to pay the full taxes by the deadline, you will be charged as below:
  • 0.5% per month, up to 12% of the unpaid taxes, or 1.5% per month, up to 15% of the unpaid taxes

Underpayment

  • If you have made an underpayment, you will be charged 20% of your unpaid taxes as a penalty.

Where do I mail Montana 1099 and W-2G forms?

After filing 1099s, a PDF for state corrections will be available in TaxBandits. Download it and send it to the below Mailing Address.

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Montana Department of Revenue,
PO Box 5835,
Helena, MT 59604-5835.
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TaxBandits doesn't support ‘Form MW-3’ filing. The payer must file this form directly with the state within the deadline.

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