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Form 1099-G

2026
Official IRS form
Official IRS form
Trusted by accountants
Trusted by accountants
Filed annually
Filed annually

Form 1099-G is used by the federal, state, or local government to report certain payments, like unemployment compensation, state or local income tax refunds and credits, family leave benefits, and more.

You can complete our fillable Form 1099-G online in a few clicks, download it, and print it out. No software installation required.

Form 1099-G

2026
Form 1099-G
Fill Form
Official IRS form
Official IRS form
Trusted by accountants
Trusted by accountants
Filed annually
Filed annually

Form 1099-G is used by the federal, state, or local government to report certain payments, like unemployment compensation, state or local income tax refunds and credits, family leave benefits, and more.

You can complete our fillable Form 1099-G online in a few clicks, download it, and print it out. No software installation required.

How to Fill Out Form 1099-G

  1. Open Form 1099-G in our PDF editor.
  2. Include the payer’s and the recipient’s information (name, address, TIN).
  3. Enter Form 1099-G recipient account number if your agency assigns one.
  4. Fill out the amounts for applicable payments according to the Form 1099-G instructions.
  5. Complete Copies A and B of the document.
  6. Submit Copy A to the IRS and Copy B to the recipient.

What Is Form 1099-G Used For?

Form 1099-G is used to report certain government payments to the IRS and the recipient of these payments, including:

  • Unemployment compensation
  • State or local income tax refunds, credits, and offsets (Form 1099-G Box 2)
  • Family leave benefits
  • Reemployment Trade Adjustment Assistance (RTAA) payments
  • Taxable grants
  • Agricultural payments

Who Should Use Form 1099-G?

Form 1099-G is used by federal, state, or local governments to report the abovementioned taxable payments made to taxpayers.

When Is Form 1099-G Due?

Form 1099-G has two due dates: one for furnishing a copy to the taxpayer and another for submitting it to the IRS. Taxpayers should receive their copy by January 31st, while the official filing must be made by February 28th. However, when the form is filed electronically, the deadline moves to March 31st.

What Happens If Form 1099-G Is Not Submitted?

If Form 1099-G isn’t submitted on time, you may face a penalty, but the amount depends on how late you’ve filed it and if you filed it at all. Here are the potential penalties that may apply:

  • $60 per form if it’s up to 30 days late
  • $130 per form if it’s more than 30 days late but filed before August 1st
  • $340 per form if it’s filed after August 1st or not filed at all
  • $680 per form for intentional disregard

How and Where Do I File Form 1099-G?

You should file Form 1099-G with the IRS and furnish a copy to the taxpayer who received the abovementioned payments. When filing with the IRS, use one of the addresses provided on the official website and include a transmittal document, Form 1096, for paper submissions. However, you can also submit your documents electronically, and are required to do so when filing 10 or more forms.

How to Get Your Form 1099-G

  1. Open the printable Form 1099-G
    Open the printable Form 1099-G
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    Open the printable Form 1099-G

  2. Complete it with all the required details
    Complete it with all the required details
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    Complete it with all the required details

  3. Download Form 1099-G to your device
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#1. How do I get a blank Form 1099-G?

You can get a blank Form 1099-G from pdf.net or the official IRS website. Keep in mind that you can’t submit Copy A of the document from our website; you have to obtain it from the official source.

#2. Can I submit the Form 1099-G electronically?

Yes, you can submit Form 1099-G electronically using the Information Returns Intake System (IRIS). The IRS recommends doing so for all forms, but requires it when you’re submitting 10 or more in a single tax year.

#3. What if my Form 1099-G is missing information?

If your Form 1099-G is missing information, you should file a new one and submit a corrected document to the recipient, too. Simply fill out a new form, tick the ‘CORRECTED’ box at the top of the page, and resubmit.

If you’re a taxpayer and you notice missing information on your form, contact the government unit that provided it immediately. Always cross-check your document with a Form 1099-G example to make sure everything is in its place.

#4. Can I fill out my Form 1099-G online?

Yes, you can fill out your Form 1099-G online using our PDF editor, which allows you to type directly into the empty slots.

#5. Is this form free?

This form is free to view and edit, but you need an active subscription to download it. Visit our pricing page for more information.

#6. Can I correct mistakes on Form 1099-G? 

Yes, you can correct mistakes on Form 1099-G by filling out a new form and ticking the “CORRECTED” box. Make sure to submit an updated copy to the IRS and the recipient.

If you’re the recipient whose copy of Form 1099-G has errors, don’t correct it by yourself. Instead, contact the government unit that issued it and explain the situation.

#7. How long does it take to process Form 1099-G?

There is no specific information about the processing timeframe for Form 1099-G. This is an information return, so its purpose is only to inform the IRS of certain payments and their amounts. As a result, you won’t receive a response when the document is processed.

#8. Is 1099-G used for a state or local tax refund?

Yes, 1099-G is used for a state or local tax refund, as well as credits, offsets, and other types of payments a government unit makes to a taxpayer.