Robinhood sends Form 1099s between mid-January and late February each year

Robinhood mails or makes available tax documents in two windows. Form 1099-INT (interest income) and Form 1099-DIV (dividends) typically arrive by mid-February. Form 1099-B (brokerage transactions) usually comes later, between mid-February and the end of February, because it requires more data processing. The exact date shifts year to year depending on when Robinhood completes its accounting and when the IRS deadline falls — currently April 15 for most filers, though that can move.

You can view documents in your Robinhood account under the Tax Center or Documents section before they arrive by mail. Robinhood typically posts these to your account dashboard in late January, even if the physical copy hasn't reached your mailbox yet. If you need the documents before the mail arrives, logging in and downloading them from the app or website is faster than waiting.

The IRS deadline for brokers to send 1099s to customers is February 15 each year. Robinhood generally meets this deadline, but delays can happen if there are account corrections, reversals, or disputes that need to be resolved first. If your account had unusual activity late in the previous year, your documents may arrive closer to mid-February than early February.

Key Takeaways

  • Robinhood releases 1099-INT and 1099-DIV forms by mid-February and 1099-B forms by late February each year.
  • You can view and download tax documents from your account dashboard in the Tax Center before they arrive by mail.
  • The IRS requires brokers to send 1099s by February 15, and Robinhood typically meets this deadline unless your account had corrections or disputes.
  • If you do not receive documents by the end of February, contact Robinhood support to request a reprint or confirm your mailing address.

How to find your tax documents in the Robinhood app

Open the Robinhood app and tap the Account icon at the bottom right. Scroll down and look for "Tax Center" or "Documents" — the exact label depends on your app version. Tap it to see a list of all available tax forms for the current and previous years.

Each form shows the tax year, the form type (1099-B, 1099-INT, 1099-DIV), and the date it was issued. You can download the PDF directly to your phone or email it to yourself. If you use the web version of Robinhood, the same section appears under Account Settings > Tax Documents or a similar path depending on the current layout.

What each tax form covers

Form 1099-B reports all stock and options sales you made during the year. It shows the date you sold, the number of shares, the sale price, and your cost basis (what you paid for them). This is the form you need to calculate capital gains or losses. Robinhood includes this information, but you may need to adjust it if you made trades outside Robinhood or if there are errors in the cost basis calculation.

Form 1099-INT reports interest earned in your Robinhood Cash Management account or any other interest-bearing account linked to Robinhood. If you do not have a cash management account or did not earn interest, you may not receive this form.

Form 1099-DIV reports dividends paid on stocks you held. It breaks down ordinary dividends, may have access to dividends, and capital gain distributions. You need this to report dividend income on your tax return.

What to do if your documents are late or missing

If you do not see your tax documents in your account by the end of February, log into Robinhood and go to Help or Support. Search for "tax documents" or "1099" and select the option to request a reprint or report a missing form. Robinhood will ask you to confirm your mailing address and the tax year you need.

You can also contact Robinhood support directly through the app or website. Have your account number and the specific tax year ready. Robinhood typically resends documents within 5 to 10 business days, though it may take longer during peak tax season in February.

If you still have not received anything by mid-March, you may need to request a transcript or amended form from Robinhood in writing. Keep a record of your support requests and the dates you made them — you may need this if the IRS asks about missing documents later.

Corrected forms and amended 1099s

Sometimes Robinhood discovers errors in your tax documents after they have been sent. When this happens, they issue a corrected 1099, marked with an "X" in the top left corner. Corrected forms are sent to you and to the IRS automatically. You should use the corrected version on your tax return, not the original.

Corrected forms usually arrive within a few weeks of the original, but can come as late as April or May if the error was found during IRS review. Check your account and mail regularly through April in case a corrected form arrives. If you have already filed your return and then receive a corrected form, you may need to file an amended return (Form 1040-X) to report the correct numbers.

Cost basis and wash sale adjustments

Robinhood calculates cost basis — the price you paid for shares — and reports it on your 1099-B. However, this calculation can be wrong if you made trades that triggered a wash sale. A wash sale occurs when you sell a stock at a loss and buy the same or a substantially identical stock within 30 days before or after the sale. The IRS disallows the loss and adds it to the cost basis of the new purchase instead.

Robinhood's system attempts to track wash sales, but it may miss them if you bought the same stock through a different broker or if the timing is close. Review your 1099-B carefully and compare it to your own records. If you spot a wash sale that Robinhood did not catch, you will need to adjust your tax return manually or work with a tax professional to file an amended return.

Using your tax documents to file your return

Your 1099-B, 1099-INT, and 1099-DIV forms provide the raw data for your tax return, but they are not the same as your actual tax liability. You still need to calculate gains and losses, account for wash sales, and report everything on Schedule D (for capital gains) and Schedule 1 (for other income). Many tax software programs can import your 1099 data directly, which speeds up the process.

Keep copies of all your tax documents and your trade confirmations from Robinhood for at least three years. The IRS can audit your return during that window, and you will need these records to prove the numbers on your return match what Robinhood reported.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get my tax documents before February?

Robinhood typically posts tax documents to your account dashboard in late January, before they arrive by mail. You can download them from the Tax Center section of your account. However, these early versions may be marked as preliminary and could change if Robinhood discovers errors or corrections before the final deadline.

What if I sold all my stocks and closed my account?

Robinhood will still send you tax documents for the year you held the account and made trades. The documents cover only the activity that occurred while your account was open. If you closed your account in June, you will receive a 1099-B for trades made January through June of that year.

Do I need all three forms if I only bought and held stocks?

If you only bought and held without selling, you will not receive a 1099-B because there were no sales to report. You will receive a 1099-DIV if the stocks paid dividends. You will only receive a 1099-INT if you earned interest through a cash management account or similar product.

What if my cost basis looks wrong on the 1099-B?

Review your trade confirmations from Robinhood and compare them to the 1099-B. If there is a clear error — for example, a wrong purchase price or missing trades — contact Robinhood support and request a corrected form. If the issue is a wash sale or a calculation method, you may need to adjust your tax return manually or consult a tax professional.

Can I file my taxes before I receive my 1099-B?

You can file early if you have your own records of all trades and can calculate your gains and losses without waiting for the 1099-B. However, if the IRS later finds a discrepancy between your return and Robinhood's 1099-B, you may need to file an amended return. Most people wait until they have the 1099-B in hand to avoid this risk.