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What is a 1096 used for?
Form 1096 is used to transmit paper forms 1097, 1098, 1099, 3921, 3922, 5498, and W-2G to the IRS. It serves as a summary and transmittal document for these information returns.
Who needs to fill out a 1096 form
Businesses and entities that file paper information returns with the IRS.
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Form 1096 is a summary and transmittal form used to submit paper information returns to the IRS.
Form 1096 is generally due by the end of February for paper submissions, following the tax year.
No, Form 1096 is not required if you are filing information returns electronically.