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When is electronic filing required for Form 1042-S in 2026?

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pia_3815new member
April 25, 2026 245 views 1 answer
Form 1042-Selectronic filing10 returnsIRIStax year 2026

I file a handful of Forms 1042-S each year. Has the IRS lowered the e-file threshold? When is electronic filing mandatory in 2026?

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