I decided to try having QuickBooks handle my 1099 NEC forms. How long does it take for the physical forms to be mailed? It's been 9 days.

Let me provide some details about when and how will your contractors receive their 1099 NEC forms after being filed in QuickBooks Online (QBO), stonebone.

The distribution of 1099s by QuickBooks to your contractors usually takes place after January 31st as it is the deadline set by the IRS for sending out forms to contractors. QuickBooks requires some time to process the information to guarantee accuracy before dispatching them.

The residential address mentioned in the contractor's profile will be used to mail all 1099 forms by January 31. Just in case the contractors don't receive their 1099 form within 7 business days after January 31, they can print the recipient copies from within their account.

Also, you can invite a contractor to enter their W9 information to create a QuickBooks Self-Employed account for free. They can securely share their tax information with you and view the 1099 form after you've filed it. Let me guide you in inviting your contractors to access their 1099 forms through QuickBooks. Here’s how you can send them an email:

1. Go to the Expenses menu and select the Contractors tab.
2. Tap the vendor to whom you want to send an invitation.
3. On your vendor’s profile, click the Send email hyperlink.

Once they’ve got their email, they can start creating their account and log in by following the steps below:

1. Sign in to QuickBooks Self-Employed.
2. Go to the Clients menu.
3. Click the Forms tab.

Thus, if you want to check the status, I recommend contacting again our Customer Care team as they are the ones who can check your account. Here's how:

1. Sign-in to your QuickBooks Online company.
2. Click Help (?).
3. Select Assistant tab to get started and get quick, personalized answers. Select a suggested option or type a question or topic you need help with. If you decide you need further help, you can still Talk to a human.
4. You can then choose a way to connect with us: Start a chat with a support expert or Get a callback from the next available expert.

For future reference, you can read this article about year-end checklist in QuickBooks Online.: Year-end checklist for QuickBooks Online Payroll.

I’ll keep this thread open for your queries concerning 1099s. I’m always available in this forum to assist in no time. Take care!