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California ACA 1095-B/C filings made easy with Tax1099!

Effortlessly e-file your forms with both federal and state authorities or choose state-only filing. Plus, easily distribute recipient copies via postal mail or IRS-compliant eDelivery.

Filing Requirement

ACA Forms Required by California State

In California, there are specific state requirements in addition to the federal filing obligations. California State Requires the following ACA Forms:

Form 1095-B

Affordable Care Act Health Coverage

Note: Tax1099 is currently not supporting 1095-B with California State

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Form 1095-C

Employer-Provided Health Insurance Offer and Coverage

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State Filing Deadlines

California 1095-B/C Filing Deadline

1095-B/C Recipient Copy Distribution Deadline January 31, 2025
1095 eFiling Deadline with California State March 31, 2025
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Filing Information 

Information Required to File ACA Forms with California 

  • Employers or Applicable Large Employers (ALEs) with 50 or more full-time employees and full-time equivalent employees are required to file information returns, reporting about health insurance coverage to their employees. Organizations must submit an annual report to show their employees (and their dependents) had MEC for a minimum of nine months during the year.
  • California's state individual mandate law requires its residents to have MEC for a minimum of nine months out of the year. Individuals who fail to meet this requirement must pay a fine, unless they qualify for an exemption. For the 2024 tax year, the penalty could be as high as $1,961 per adult and $900 per dependent.
  • To file ACA forms with California, you'll need to gather specific information. This includes details about the health coverage provided to employees, such as the type of coverage, the months it was offered, and the individuals covered. Tax1099 ensures timely submission of ACA forms with the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) and helps to distribute copies to employees via postal mail or secured online portal.
  • Employers or Applicable Large Employers (ALEs) with 50 or more full-time employees and full-time equivalent employees are required to file information returns, reporting about health insurance coverage to their employees. Organizations must submit an annual report to show their employees (and their dependents) had MEC for a minimum of nine months during the year.
  • California's state individual mandate law requires its residents to have MEC for a minimum of nine months out of the year. Individuals who fail to meet this requirement must pay a fine, unless they qualify for an exemption. For the 2024 tax year, the penalty could be as high as $1,961 per adult and $900 per dependent.
  • To file ACA forms with California, you'll need to gather specific information. This includes details about the health coverage provided to employees, such as the type of coverage, the months it was offered, and the individuals covered. Tax1099 ensures timely submission of ACA forms with the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) and helps to distribute copies to employees via postal mail or secured online portal.

Why Choose Us?

File ACA Forms with the Most Trusted State Filing Solution

California has its own state requirements for ACA filings, and Tax1099 is here to help you navigate these requirements with ease and efficiency.

Accuracy Checks
Accuracy Checks

Tax1099 automatically checks your data for errors, such as missing information or incorrect number of digits (in case of TINs), to ensure your filings are accurate. This helps prevent potential penalties and late fees by catching mistakes before submission.

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Data Collection

Tax1099 simplifies data collection by integrating with accounting software and managing W-9 forms. This ensures all necessary data for California filings is gathered, organized, and ready for submission.

eFiling
State-specific Compliance

When you file federal forms, Tax1099 reminds you to file with the state as well, ensuring no forms are missed. It helps you stay on top of California state filings, so you can complete everything required without overlooking any important forms.

Real-Time-Updates
Real-time Updates

Tax1099 provides real-time updates on your filings, keeping you informed about submission progress, actions taken, and next steps. This ensures timely and accurate submissions without surprises.

Quick and Flexible Reporting
Quick and Flexible Reporting

The easy-to-navigate interface simplifies your state filing process, even for users without any prior experience. The platform offers clear instructions for each field, providing a step-by-step guide, reducing confusion and errors. You also have the flexibility to reschedule dates or update information at no additional cost before you transmit.

Bulk Filing Capabilities
Bulk Filing Capabilities

Tax1099 makes bulk filing simple. Whether you’re filing for multiple entities or a large number of employees, you can upload large datasets at once, saving time and reducing the hassle of filing individually.

Secure eFiling
Secure eFiling

Effortlessly file ACA forms with confidence through a secure, two-factor authenticated platform with 256-bit bank-grade security standards, TIN masking, and robust authentication procedures.

USPS Address Validation
USPS Address Validation

We validate employee addresses to ensure forms are delivered correctly. It helps in maintaining compliance and minimizes the costs associated with re-sending forms due to incorrect addresses.

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FAQ

Get Answers to Your Queries

Form 1095-C is used by employers with 50 or more full-time equivalent (FTE) employees to report the health insurance coverage offered to their employees. This form is a key part of complying with the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in California, as it helps the IRS, and the state determine if employees were offered affordable health coverage.

Applicable Large Employers (ALEs) with 50 or more full-time employees (or full-time equivalent employees) must file the 1095-C form for each full-time employee. This applies to employers across all sectors who offer health coverage to their employees.

Yes, if you have 50 or more full-time employees, you still need to file 1095-C even if you do not offer health insurance. In this case, you will indicate on the form that health insurance was not offered to employees. Failing to file this form can result in penalties.

The key deadlines for ACA filing in California for 2025 are:

  • Recipient Copy Deadline: January 31, 2025
  • eFiling Deadline with California State: March 31, 2025

Make sure you file your forms by these dates to avoid penalties!

An aggregated ALE (Applicable Large Employers) group refers to a group of related employers that must file together. If your business is part of such a group, you will need to file the 1095-C form for each full-time employee within the group. This is important for companies with multiple affiliated employers.

Failure to file the 1095-C form by the required deadline can result in penalties from the IRS and the state of California. Therefore, it is critical to ensure timely and accurate filing to avoid fines.

Yes! Tax1099 allows you to easily eFile your 1095-C forms for California. Our platform is secure, user-friendly, and helps ensure you meet both state and federal filing requirements.