When do 1099 int have to be mailed

The deadline to mail Form 1099-INT to recipients is January 31st of each year. This is the same deadline for filing the forms with the IRS.

The IRS requires that Form 1099-INT, Interest Income, be mailed to recipients by January 31st of each year, reporting interest income paid to them during the previous calendar year. This deadline applies to all 1099-INT forms, regardless of the amount of interest paid.

Here are some key dates to keep in mind:

• January 31st: Deadline to mail Form 1099-INT to recipients.
• February 28th (March 31st if filing electronically): Deadline to file Form 1099-INT with the IRS.
• March 15th: Deadline to file Form 1099-INT with the IRS for foreign accounts (Form 1099-INT-Foreign).

It's important to note that the IRS may impose penalties for late filing or failure to file Form 1099-INT. Therefore, it's essential to ensure that you meet the deadline and file the forms accurately.

Additionally, you should also keep in mind that the IRS requires that you maintain a copy of the Form 1099-INT for at least three years in case of an audit or other examination.