Frequently Asked Questions on Electronic Filing Informational Returns (2024)

Frequently Asked Questions on Electronic Filing Informational Returns

Information returns include Form CT-W3 and Form W-2 or Form CT-1096 and Forms 1099-R,1099-MISC and W-2G

  • What is the electronic filing requirement for information returns?
  • How do I request an extension of time to file information returns?
  • What are my options for submitting W2s/1099s on myconneCT?
  • What are the advantages of submitting W2s/1099s through myconneCT?
  • Will I be penalized if I don’t file my information returns electronically?
  • I can't comply with the electronic filing requirements this year. How do I request a waiver from filing information returns electronically?
  • Can I file Form CT-8508,Request for a Waiver from Filing Information Returns Electronically, on myconneCT?
  • Do I need a username and password to submit W2s/1099s on myconneCT?
  • After I submit W2s/1099s on myconneCT, can I cancel a submission or make changes?
  • Can I use the same myconneCT account to submit w2/1099 information for multiple businesses?
  • Can I simply attach a file of my W-2 or 1099 forms to an email and send it to you?
  • How do I upload a W2/1099 file to myconneCT?
  • How do I know if I have completed W2/1099 submission?
  • Can I upload W2/1099 information using Dynamic Web Import (DWI) text file?
  • I need assistance creating my file with software that I purchased.
  • How can I report changes on previously-filed electronic submission of information returns?
  • Is myconneCT online portal secure?
  • Can I submit the same EFW2/1220 FIRE format file on myconneCT that I submitted to the Social Security Administration and the Internal Revenue Services?
  • Will I be able to print copies of W2s from myconneCT to provide employees?
  • Can I send a CD if myconneCT rejects my file?
  • Who do I contact if I have questions on W2s/1099s?
  1. What is the electronic filing requirement for information returns?

    2. Forms W-2, 1099-MISC, 1099-R, 1099-K and W-2G are required to be filed electronically with DRS. These forms can be transmitted electronically using the DRS myconneCT, online portal. For more information seeElectronically filing Form W-2, Forms 1099-R, 1099-MISC, and W-2G.If you are submitting 24 or fewer Forms W-2, 1099-MISC, 1099-R, 1099-K or W-2G you are encouraged to file electronically, but may file paper forms.

  2. How do I request an extension of time to file information returns?

    3. To request an extension of time to file, you must submit Form CT-8809,Request for Extension of Time to File Information Returns (For Forms W-2, W-2G, 1099-R, 1099-K and 1099-MISC)on or before January 31. DRS will notify you only if your request is denied.

  3. What are my options for submitting W2s/1099s on myconneCT?

    4. There are three options for submittingW2/1099information on myconneCT:

  • Key and Send (Manual Entry)

    • This option is best for employers that do not have the ability to generate IRS 1220 FIRE format file from their accounting package.

    DRS Standardized SSA EFW2 or IRS 1220 FIRE Format

    For employers with an accounting package with payroll modules that can generate this file format.

    Refer to IP 2020 (12) for 1099s file layouts and formats

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    ICAI - The Institute of Chartered Accountants of IndiaElectronically filing Form W2Wage and NonWage Forms 1099R 1099MISC and W2G

    Refer to IP 2020 (13) for W2s file layouts and formats

  • Pre-defined Comma Separated Value (csv)

    • Submit a file upload using a pre-defined comma separated value (csv) file format.

  • What are the advantages of submitting W2s/1099s through myconneCT?

    • If you choose to upload a file or key in, you don't have to rely on the mail or carrier to deliver the information to DRS.

    You will be given a printable confirmation when your submission is complete,soyou can feel confident that DRS has received your information.

    The information you enter is encrypted and secure, unlike mail or carrier.

  • Will I bepenalized if I don’t file my information returns electronically?

    • Yes, you are required to file all information returns electronically and will be treated as having failed to file if you file paper forms. A penalty of $5 per form (up to a total of $2,000 per calendar year) will be imposed on employers or payers who fail to file the required information returns electronically with DRS.

    However, if you are submitting 24 or fewer Forms W-2, 1099-MISC, 1099-K, 1099-R or W-2G you are encouraged to file electronically but may file paper forms.

  • I can’t complywith the electronic filing requirements this year. How do I request a waiver from filing information returns electronically?

    • DRS may waive the electronic reporting requirement if an employer or payer can show hardship. You must complete and submitForm CT-8508,Request for Waiver from Filing Information Returns Electronically,to DRSat least 30 days before the due date of the information return.

    DRS will notify you only if the request is denied. If a waiver is granted, the information returnsmustbe submitted on a CD rather than paper. DRS does not accept magnetic media including cartridges or cassettes.

    If the waiver request is approved, payers filing W-2, 1099-R, 1099-MISC, 1099-K and W-2G must submit them withForm CT-4804, Transmittal of Information Returns Reported on CD, by January 31.

    If the waiver request is approved, employers must submit Forms W-2/1099 with FormCT-6559, Submitter Report for Form W-2 CD Filing, by January 31.

  • Can I file Form CT-8508, Request for a Waiver from Filing Information Returns Electronically, on myconneCT?

    • No,Form CT-8508 can only be filed on paper.

  • Do I need a username and password to submit W2s/1099s on myconneCT?

    • Yes. If you do not already have a myconneCT account, create oneat www.portal.ct.gov/drs to beginsubmitting W2/1099 information online.

  • After I submit W2s/1099son myconneCT, can I cancel a submission or make changes?

    • You candelete and resubmit a new, corrected file as long as the submission is in a pending status on the day the originalfile was submitted.

  • Can I use the same myconneCT account to submit W2/1099 information for multiple businesses?

    • Yes, you can submit W2s/1099s for more than one business using the same myconneCT account. If you are uploading a file, the file itself can contain information for more than one business.

  • Can I simplyattach a file of my W-2 or 1099 forms to an email and send it to you?

    • No, DRS requires that you use one of the three electronic filing methods described on our webpage:Electronically filing Form W-2, Forms 1099-R, 1099-MISC, 1099-K and W-2G. The instructions on that page will explain the methods and the file types that are acceptable.

  • How doI upload a W2/1099 file to myconneCT?

    • Please review the step by step instructions on our web page. Electronically filing Form W-2, Forms 1099-R, 1099-MISC, 1099-K, and W-2G

  • How do I know if I have completed W2/1099 submission?

    • You will receive aconfirmation when you complete yoursubmission.

  • Can I upload W2/1099 information using Dynamic Web Import (DWI) text file?

    • No. The only upload formats supported are pre-defined Comma Separated Value (.csv) and EFW2 text (.txt) files.

  • I needassistance creating my file using software that I purchased.

    • DRS cannot assist you to create your files using purchased software. Contact your software company. You can review the file format requirements at our web page.Electronically filing Form W-2, Forms 1099-R, 1099-MISC, and W-2G. If you have any questions about using myconneCT, please contact us at 860-297-4973 or email us at ct.efile@ct.gov

  • How canI report changes on previously filed electronic submission of information returns?

    • To report changes, or amend a previously filed information return, you may use the myconneCT online portal.

  • Is myconneCT online portal secure?

    • Yes. All information between your browser and myconneCT is encrypted and processed securely.

  • Can I submit the same EFW2/1220 FIRE format file on myconneCT that I submitted to the Social Security Administration and the Internal Revenue Services?

    • Yes, if the records are included and formatted according to EFW2/1220 FIRE format requirements. The file uploaded must be a txt file. Follow the instructions on Electronically filing Form W-2, Forms 1099-R, 1099-MISC, 1099-K and W-2G.

  • Will I be able to print copies of W2s from myconneCT to provide employees?

    • No. Individual W2s/1099 cannot be printed using myconneCT.

  • Can I send a CD if myconneCT rejects my file?

    • If you send in a CD, it will gothrough the exact same validation used on myconneCT. If your file is failing on myconneCT, it will fail when passed through the CD validation as well.

    You should work to correct errors identified in the validation process. myconneCT is the preferred method for submitting W2/1099 information.

  • Who do I Contact if I have questions on W2s/1099s?

    • You may call the DRS, Electronic filing at 860-297-4973 or email us at ct.efile@ct.gov

    Frequently Asked Questions on Electronic Filing Informational Returns (2024)

    FAQs

    What forms cannot be efiled? ›

    In addition, some Forms 1040, 1040-A, 1040-EZ, and 1041 cannot be e-filed if they have attached forms, schedules, or documents that IRS does not accept electronically.

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    How many returns can I file with without EFIN? ›

    If taxpayers file more than 5 returns electronically, they must obtain an EFIN. To obtain an EFIN, the taxpayer must apply to the IRS and meet certain requirements.

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    How many 1099 do I need to file electronically? ›

    In general, no person is required to file information returns electronically in a calendar year unless the person is required to file at least 10 returns during that calendar year. Persons required to file fewer than 10 returns during the calendar year may file electronically or on paper.

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    Which tax returns must be filed electronically? ›

    Organizations filing 10 or more IRS returns of any kind in aggregate will need to file almost all required returns electronically. Generally, an organization filing 10 or more returns or statements (previously more than 250) in a calendar year will be required to file electronically in 2024.

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    Who is not eligible to e-file taxes? ›

    CA Fiduciary: Fiduciary returns are not required to be e-filed.

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    How far back can you electronically file a tax return? ›

    Prior Year Returns – MeF allows filing of prior year 1040 returns. As a new tax form type is added to the MeF platform, tax returns will be accepted for the current tax year only. As subsequent tax years are added to the system, MeF will accept the current tax year and two prior tax years.

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    What are the new rules for filing 1099s? ›

    Starting Jan. 1, 2024, filers of 10 or more Forms 1099 must file the forms electronically and may be subject to penalties if paper forms are filed unless a waiver is requested. To file 1099 Forms electronically this year, filers must request a new IR-TCC code from the IRS, which can take up to 45 days to obtain.

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    Who must file information returns electronically? ›

    Starting tax year 2023, if you have 10 or more information returns, you must file them electronically. This includes Forms W-2, e-filed with the Social Security Administration. Find details on the final e-file regulations and requirements for Forms W-2.

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    What is the threshold for e-filing? ›

    Lowered Thresholds for E-Filing

    Now, businesses must e-file returns if the combined total of all information return types filed is 10 or more. The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the IRS issued final regulations on February 21, 2023, delineating the specifics of the new rule.

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    What are the new rules for 1099 in 2024? ›

    H.R. 7024 would increase the reporting threshold for the 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC from $600 to $1,000 for payments made on or after January 1, 2024. For future years, this threshold would be tied to inflation. The bill would also decrease the reporting threshold for payments of direct sales from $5,000 to $1,000.

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    What are the electronic filing requirements for 2024? ›

    Who needs to e-file? Under the new requirement any taxpayer filing 10 or more information returns in calendar year 2024, including W-2s or Form 1099s, will need to electronically file the returns.

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    What is the penalty for not filing a 1099 electronically? ›

    If you are required to file electronically but fail to do so, and you do not have an approved waiver, you may be subject to a penalty of up to $280 per return for failure to file electronically unless you establish reasonable cause.

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    What IRS forms can be filed electronically? ›

    The following form types can be e-filed through the MeF Platform: Corporations (Forms 1120, 1120-F and 1120-S) Employment Tax (Forms 940, 940-PR, 941, 941-PR, 941-SS, 943, 943-PR, 944, and 945) 94x Online Signature PIN Registration.

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    What is the IRS form for not electronically filing? ›

    File Form 8948 with the tax return that is filed on paper.

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    Can Form 990 be Efiled? ›

    With a few exceptions, most tax-exempt organizations that file Forms 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF or 1120-POL can file electronically.

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    Can a Form 709 be Efiled? ›

    You cannot e-file Form 709, United States Gift (and Generation-Skipping Transfer) Tax Return. The Instructions for Form 709 direct you to mail it to the applicable address listed below.

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