Instructions for IRS Form 1099-G Certain Government Payments

IRS Form 1099-G Certain Government Payments

This document contains official instructions for IRS Form 1099-G , Certain Government Payments - a tax form released and collected by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. An up-to-date fillable IRS Form 1099-G is available for download through this link.

FAQ

Q: What is Form 1099-G?
A: Form 1099-G is a tax form used to report certain government payments you received during the year.

Q: What types of payments are reported on Form 1099-G?
A: Form 1099-G is typically used to report unemployment compensation, state or local tax refunds, and certain other government payments.

Q: Do I need to report the amount on Form 1099-G as income?
A: In most cases, the amount reported on Form 1099-G should be included as income on your tax return.

Q: Can I receive Form 1099-G electronically?
A: Yes, you can choose to receive Form 1099-G electronically if you prefer.

Q: What do I do if there is an error on my Form 1099-G?
A: If there is an error on your Form 1099-G, you should contact the issuing agency for a corrected form.

Q: When is the deadline to file Form 1099-G?
A: Form 1099-G must generally be furnished to recipients by January 31st and filed with the IRS by March 31st (or February 28th if filing by paper).

Q: What happens if I don't receive a Form 1099-G?
A: If you believe you should have received a Form 1099-G but didn't, you should contact the issuing agency to request a copy.