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What is IRS Form 8809?

IRS Form 8809 is used to apply for an extension of time to file informational returns. Use case: Payers use this form to extend the deadline for their 1099 forms.

When would you need to file a 8809?

  • If you need more time to file your 1097, W-2G, 5498, 5498-SA, 5498-ESA, 8027, 1094-C/1095-C you may file this form.
  • For more, visit www.irs.gov.
  • Filing this form will give you an automatic 30-day extension of the deadline for the form. You must file Form 8809 by the due date of the returns in order to get the 30-day extension. You may apply for an additional 30-day extension, if you meet certain hardship condition qualifications.
  • Please note: For tax year 2019, the IRS has discontinued the use of the 8809 for automatic extensions in some filing situations. W-2 forms and 1099-MISC forms with a Box 7 amount are no longer eligible. Please make every attempt to submit these forms on time.

For more, visit www.irs.gov

8809 Deadline and Important Dates

Please see the deadline of the form for which you will file an extension. Your Form 8809 must be submitted by the due date of this form to gain the automatic 30-day extension.

FormPaper Filing DeadlineE-filing Deadline
W-2, and 1099-NECFebruary 02, 2026February 02, 2026
1094-C and 1095March 02, 2026March 31st, 2026
1099 FormsMarch 02, 2026March 31st, 2026
W-2G, 1097, 1098, 3921, 3922, and 8027March 02, 2026March 31st, 2026
1042-SMarch 16, 2026March 16, 2026
5498March 31st, 2026March 31st, 2026

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