Form 1095-C Filing Deadline for 2024 Tax Year
Updated on February 20, 2025 - 10:30 AM by Admin, TaxBandits
Ensuring ACA compliance starts with staying informed about key filing deadlines. Missing these deadlines can lead to penalties and compliance issues, so it’s essential to keep track of important dates and file on time.
Under Section 6056, ALEs are required to file Form 1095-C with the IRS and furnish copies to employees before the deadline to avoid penalties for late or incorrect filing.
Table of Contents
- Form 1095-C Filing Deadlines for 2024 Tax Year
- Form 1095-C State Deadlines
- Penalties for Late Filing Form 1095-C
- Get Started with TaxBandits
Form 1095-C Filing Deadlines for 2024 Tax Year
For the 2024 tax year, the ACA reporting deadlines for filing Form 1095-C, including the employee copy distribution deadline, are as follows:
| Recipient copy | Paper filing | E-filing |
|---|---|---|
| March 03, 2025 | February 28, 2025 | March 31, 2025 |
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Form 1095-C State Deadlines
In addition to IRS 1095-C e-filing, certain states require employers to report health coverage information to their respective state agencies before the deadline to ensure compliance with ACA reporting requirements.
The States with Individual Mandates and their deadlines for the 2024 tax year are mentioned below:
| State | Form to file | Recipient Copy Deadline | E-filing Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | IRS Form 1094 & 1095-B/C | January 31, 2025 | March 31, 2025 |
| Massachusetts | Form MA-1099 HC | January 31, 2025 | January 31, 2025 |
| District of Columbia | IRS Form 1094 & 1095-B/C | March 03, 2025 | April 30, 2025 |
| New Jersey | IRS Form 1094 & 1095-B/C | March 03, 2025 | March 31, 2025 |
| Rhode Island | IRS Form 1094 & 1095-B/C | March 03, 2025 | March 31, 2025 |
With TaxBandits, you can easily e-file your ACA Form 1095 with both the IRS and required state agencies, ensuring compliance and meeting deadlines on time.
Penalties for Late Filing Form 1095-C
Under Section 6056, Applicable Large Employers (ALEs) must file Form 1095-C with the IRS and furnish copies to employees before the deadline. Failure to file on time can lead to hefty penalties.
Penalties for late or incorrect Filing:
- $330 per return for failure to file or furnish a correct return.
- Maximum annual penalty: $3,987,000 per calendar year.
Click here to learn more about Form 1095-C Penalties.
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Follow These Simple Steps to File Your Form 1095-C:
- Step 1: Create a free TaxBandits account or log in if you already have one.
- Step 2: Select Form 1095-C.
- Step 3: Enter the required form information.
- Step 4: Review your form details for accuracy.
- Step 5: E-file with the IRS and state agencies.
Once your return is transmitted, you’ll receive email notifications regarding your filing status, or you can check the TaxBandits dashboard for updates.
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