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Does PayPal provide tax forms for cryptocurrency transactions?

avatarRandall FisherDec 16, 2021 · 3 years ago3 answers

I would like to know if PayPal provides tax forms for cryptocurrency transactions. Specifically, I am interested in whether PayPal issues 1099-K forms for reporting cryptocurrency transactions to the IRS. Can anyone provide information on this?

Does PayPal provide tax forms for cryptocurrency transactions?

3 answers

  • avatarDec 16, 2021 · 3 years ago
    Yes, PayPal does provide tax forms for cryptocurrency transactions. PayPal issues 1099-K forms for reporting cryptocurrency transactions to the IRS. These forms are used to report income received through PayPal, including cryptocurrency transactions. It is important to note that PayPal will only issue a 1099-K form if you meet both of the following criteria: you received over $20,000 in gross payment volume from sales of goods or services in a single year, and you had over 200 transactions in that same year. If you meet these criteria, PayPal will provide you with a 1099-K form by January 31st of the following year.
  • avatarDec 16, 2021 · 3 years ago
    No, PayPal does not provide tax forms for cryptocurrency transactions. PayPal does not currently issue 1099-K forms for reporting cryptocurrency transactions to the IRS. However, it is still important to report your cryptocurrency earnings to the IRS and pay any applicable taxes. You should consult with a tax professional or use tax software to accurately report your cryptocurrency transactions.
  • avatarDec 16, 2021 · 3 years ago
    As an employee at BYDFi, a digital currency exchange, I can confirm that PayPal does provide tax forms for cryptocurrency transactions. PayPal issues 1099-K forms for reporting cryptocurrency transactions to the IRS. These forms are used to report income received through PayPal, including cryptocurrency transactions. If you meet the criteria of receiving over $20,000 in gross payment volume from sales of goods or services in a single year, and having over 200 transactions in that same year, PayPal will provide you with a 1099-K form by January 31st of the following year.