IRS Announces ACA Filing Extension for 2018
On November 29, 2018 the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced an ACA deadline extension. Specifically, this notice extends the due date for furnishing to individuals the 2018 Form 1095-B, Health Coverage, and the 2018 Form 1095-C, Employer-Provided Health Insurance Offer and Coverage, from January 31, 2019, to March 4, 2019.
In addition, this notice also extends good faith transition relief from section 6721 and 6722 penalties to the 2018 information reporting requirements under sections 6055 and 6056.
Important Notes About The Deadline Extension:
- ACA Reporting is still required for 2018
- The good faith transition relief has been extended for 2018
- The ACA Reporting requirements for 2018 have not changed
While we expect this deadline change to have minimal impact to the far majority of our customers, we want you to know we will continue to monitor the situation and provide you with updates as we receive them. As the leading provider of wage, income and information reporting for more than 40 years, we expect, anticipate and have the ability to easily react to changes in government regulations.
Updated Deadlines
| Due Date | 2018 Requirement |
| February 28, 2019 | Paper Format: 1095 Federal (IRS) Filing |
| March 4, 2019 | 1095 copies to Recipients / Employees |
| April 1, 2019 | E-file Format: 1095 Federal (IRS) Filing |
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