Act Now: IRS FIRE System Ending THIS Year

IRS Update for 1099 Filers! The FIRE system is retiring AFTER the 2025 tax year.

If you use the IRS FIRE System, you may need to transition to IRIS and apply for a new TCC.

• Do you prepare and file Forms 1099?

• Do you meet the electronic filing requirements (issued 10 or more information returns in the prior year)?

• Do you use IRS’ FIRE system to electronically file 1099s?

• If Yes, a recent IRS notification is for you.

IRS is retiring the Filing Information Returns Electronic (FIRE) system. IRS will permanently take down FIRE later in 2026. All Forms 1099 will then have to be submitted via IRIS, Information Returns Intake System.

To electronically submit 1099s directly to the IRS, current FIRE users will need to transition to IRIS before the end of 2026 – or have another means of electronically filing 1099s with the IRS.

Review the following IRS website for information and links to IRS, FIRE, TCC Application and more:

https://www.irs.gov/e-file-providers/filing-information-returns-electronically-fire

Don’t wait. Review your processes and options soon for a smoother filing season in 2027.

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