When do 1096 forms need to be mailed 2021

The 1096 form, also known as the "Annual Summary and Transmittal of U.S. Information Returns," is used to report the total amount of information returns filed with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for a calendar year. The deadline for mailing the 1096 form varies depending on the type of information return being reported.

For the 2021 tax year, the deadlines for mailing the 1096 form are as follows:

The 1096 form must be mailed to the IRS by the deadline, even if you are filing electronically. The form must include the total amount of information returns filed for the calendar year, including the total amount of wages, tips, and other compensation reported on Forms W-2, W-2G, 1099-MISC, and other information returns.

It's important to note that the deadline for mailing the 1096 form is different from the deadline for mailing individual information returns, such as Forms W-2 and 1099-MISC. Those deadlines are typically January 31, 2022, for paper filers and March 31, 2022, for electronic filers.

If you are unsure about the deadline for mailing the 1096 form or have any other questions about filing information returns, you can contact the IRS or consult with a tax professional.