FIRE Submissions End November 19, 2026
The IRS will stop accepting returns through FIRE at 3 p.m. ET on November 19, 2026. Plan ahead to keep your ERP-based 1099 process uninterrupted.
FIRE to IRIS transition
Is your ERP ready for IRIS?
The IRS stops accepting FIRE submissions on November 19, 2026.
Get your ERP-driven 1099 filing process ready for IRIS with Tax1099.
No separate TCC needed
Use your existing ERP data
Bulk and API options
What the FIRE to IRIS transition means for your business
The IRS is retiring FIRE and moving to IRIS. Here's what this means for organizations using ERP systems for their 1099 filing process.
IRIS Replaces FIRE
For tax year 2026 returns filed in 2027, IRIS becomes the IRS electronic filing system for previously supported information returns.
A New IRIS TCC Is Required
If your business files directly with the IRS, you'll need an IRIS TCC and an IRIS-compatible filing method. Filing through an authorized transmitter like Tax1099 follows a different process.
Waiting until the last minute can put your filings and compliance at risk.
How Tax1099 Makes the ERP Transition Simple
Tax1099 is an IRS-authorized eFile provider. Bring your 1099 data from your ERP system into Tax1099, and we'll handle the IRS filing process for you.
No TCC Application Needed
When you file through Tax1099, you don't need to apply for your own IRIS transmitter TCC. We file on your behalf using our authorized connection.
Import Data from Your ERP
Bring in 1099 data from your ERP system using available integrations, bulk uploads, or our API.
40+ Federal and State Forms
File 1099 series, W-2, 94x, ACA forms, and more, with combined federal and state filing in one place.
Built-In Error Checks
Real-time TIN matching and validation catch issues before you file, reducing rejections and penalties.
Support for High-Volume Filing
Manage large filing volumes from your ERP with automation, bulk import, and scalable workflows.
Corrections and Prior Years
After January 1, 2027, even corrections to previously filed returns must go through IRIS. We help you manage corrections and prior-year filings too.
Manage Your ERP 1099 Process in One Place
ERP Workflow Requirement
How Tax1099 Helps
Data intake from ERP
Import data from your ERP using integrations, Excel/CSV, or our API.
Filing volume
Choose a setup that fits your organization, from department filing to high-volume
enterprise workflows.
Federal and state filing
Manage federal and state reporting through a single platform.
Checks before filing
Review returns with TIN matching, validations, and required field checks.
Team workflow
Keep reviews organized with user roles, approval steps, activity tracking, and audit
history.
Recipient delivery
Complete recipient delivery through e-delivery, print and mail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my ERP need a direct connection to IRIS?
The IRS says FIRE will not be available for the 2027 filing season. Beginning January 1, 2027, IRIS will be the only IRS intake system for information returns currently received through FIRE, including prior-year returns and corrections.
Do I need a new IRIS TCC when filing through Tax1099?
Tax1099 is designed to keep the transition inside one workflow. You can bring in existing data, run checks, file supported federal and state returns, monitor filing activity, manage corrections, and complete recipient delivery without assembling a separate process for each step.
Can I use data from my existing ERP system?
You can prepare returns using Excel or CSV files, custom column mapping, supported accounting integrations, and available API workflows. The best intake method depends on your data sources and filing volume.
Can Tax1099 support high-volume 1099 filing?
Tax1099 can check TINs, addresses, required fields, form data, schemas, and applicable IRS business rules before submission. These checks help teams identify issues earlier, although every return should still be reviewed for completeness and accuracy.
What happens to corrections for returns previously filed through FIRE?
Tax1099 supports federal filing and applicable state workflows, including supported CFSF, direct-to-state, and state-only filing scenarios. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, form, and tax year, so confirm the applicable state obligation before filing.
Which ERP and accounting systems does Tax1099 support?
Yes. Tax1099 brings supported corrections, filing history, recipient eDelivery, downloadable copies, and print-and-mail options into the broader reporting workflow.
Move to IRIS with a Platform Built for the Full Filing Process
Bring your ERP data, validate returns, and let Tax1099 handle IRS filing, corrections, and recipient delivery.