File IRS Form 990-N Online For Free - Simple, Fast, and Secure
Form 990-N (e-Postcard) is an annual electronic notice required for small tax-exempt organizations with annual gross receipts of $50,000 or less.
Looking for an efficient way to file Form 990-N online? IRS-authorized 1099ly allows you to eFile 990-N with security and ease, all online.
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How to File Form 990-N in 3-Steps
Step 1
Sign up or log in to 1099ly. From the dashboard, choose Form 990-N and select the tax year you need to file. Note that your organization must have gross receipts of $50,000 or less for the tax year (with few exceptions to the 990-N).
Step 2
No manual entry is required if the organisation has previously filed. Simply search the EIN, and 1099ly fetches the details and auto-fills the form. You can also choose to fill it out manually and add organization details like EIN, legal name, mailing address, etc.
Step 3
Users can review and update any field as needed. Before submission, view the summary to verify all entries to avoid errors. Once reviewed, the users can electronically transmit the return to the IRS directly from the platform. Receive the confirmation instantly upon successful submission.
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Information Required to File 990-N
Before you e-file the 990-N, here is the list of information you need.
- Organization's EIN (TIN)
- Organization's annual accounting period (calendar or fiscal year)
- Legal name, mailing address, website (if applicable) of the organization
- Name and address of the Principal Officer
- Confirmation or proof of gross receipts of $50,000 or less
- Statement of termination (if applicable)
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Important Dates & Penalties For Form 990-N
| Filing Type | Due Date |
|---|---|
| E-filing Deadline | 15th day of the 5th month after the tax year ends. |
| Form 990-N Extension & Schedules | IRS Form 990-N cannot be extended, and no additional Schedule is required (unlike other 990 forms). |
| Late Filing Penalty | No monetary penalty. But failure to file for three (3) consecutive years will trigger an automatic revocation of tax-exempt status. |
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