How do I get my 1095C form?

Asked by: Marcus Waters MD  |  Last update: July 5, 2025
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You can get yours:
  1. Mailed to your home. Please be sure your current mailing address is in Self Service. It will be mailed to you in early February.
  2. Electronically by logging into Self Service, clicking on Tax Forms, 1095-C, then 1095-C Consent. Sign up by mid-January to receive your 1095-C electronically.

How do I get a copy of my 1095-C online?

2. If the employee was issued a 1095-C, request a duplicate from ACA Online Support at (916) 322-3770 or by email at acasupport@sco.ca.gov. Include the employee's full name and the last four digits of their Social Security Number in the request.

Do I need Form 1095-C to file my taxes?

Although information from the Form 1095-C – information about an offer of employer provided coverage - can assist you in determining eligibility for the premium tax credit, it is not necessary to have Form 1095-C to file your return.

Where does my 1095-C come from?

Every employee of a large employer who was eligible for health coverage the previous year should receive a Form 1095-C by mail or electronically by mid-March, even if you declined to sign up for your health plan at work. Information on this form will also be reported to the IRS.

Do 1095-C forms have to be mailed?

Furnishing Forms 1095-C to Employees

You will meet the requirement to furnish Form 1095-C to an employee if the form is properly addressed and mailed on or before the due date. If the due date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, then the due date is the following business day.

IRS Form 1095-C walkthrough (Employer-Provided Health Insurance Offer and Coverage)

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What happens if I don't get my 1095-C?

If you have not received your 1095-C form by mid-March, please contact the HR Service Center to request a reprint. Note: You may not need to wait until Form 1095-C arrives to complete your taxes.

Who provides 1095-C to employees?

Employers are required to furnish Form 1095-C only to the employee. As the recipient of this Form 1095-C, you should provide a copy to any family members covered under a self-insured employer-sponsored plan listed in Part III if they request it for their records.

What do I do if I didn't receive my 1095-A?

If you have not received your Form 1095-A or you received an incorrect 1095-A, you should contact the Marketplace from which you received coverage. If you receive a corrected or voided Form 1095-A, you may need to amend your return.

Are 1095-C required for 2024?

ACA reporting season for the 2024 tax year is upon us and the first deadline is approaching. Applicable Large Employers (ALEs) in California must furnish 1095-C forms to employees by Jan. 31, 2025 to comply with the state's individual mandate.

Does the IRS still require proof of health insurance?

Health care coverage documents

You are not required to send the IRS information forms or other proof of health care coverage when filing your tax return. However, it's a good idea to keep these records on hand. This documentation includes: Form 1095 information forms.

Can 1095-C be sent to employees electronically?

The Employer Reporting Improvement Act allows for electronic delivery of Form 1095-C to employees who have consented to receive communications electronically. Employers may, of course, still send Forms 1095-C to employees without waiting for a request if they prefer.

Do I need to enter 1095-C on TurboTax?

No. Forms 1095-B and 1095-C are for your records only, as the IRS doesn't need any details from them. We'll ask a few questions about your health care coverage after you finish entering your deductions and credits in TurboTax.

Why do I owe taxes for health insurance?

Owe taxes if you used more of the premium tax credit than you qualified for in 2024. You'll have to report the excess amount on your 2024 tax return by filing Form 8962, Premium Tax Credit (PDF, 115 KB). Find instructions for Form 8962 (PDF, 348 KB).

Can I look up my 1095-A online?

How to find your 1095-A online
  • Log into your Marketplace account.
  • Under "Your applications," select your 2024 application — not your 2025 application.
  • Select “Tax Forms."
  • Download all 1095-As.

How can I avoid paying back my premium tax credit?

Report any changes in your income during the year to the Marketplace, so your credit can be adjusted and you can avoid any significant repayments at the end of the year.

How do I get a copy of my 1095-C?

Who should I contact if I need a duplicate 1095-C statement? You should contact your department's personnel office to assist in requesting a duplicate form 1095-C statement from the State Controller's Office.

What is the penalty for not filing a 1095-C?

$280: Failure to provide a correct 1095-C to the employee.

Is a 1095-C form mandatory?

Sending out 1095-C forms became mandatory starting with the 2015 tax year. Employers send the forms not only to their eligible employees but also to the IRS. Employees are supposed to receive them by the end of January—so forms for 2024 would be sent in January 2025.

What happens if I don't put my 1095 on my taxes?

Form 1095-B is not required to file your state or federal taxes and you may self‑attest to your health coverage without it. You should get a Form 1095-B in the mail by January 31 following the reported tax year.

What happens if I lost my 1095?

If you filed a federal income tax return and failed to reconcile your advance payments of the premium tax credit, you should file an amended return, using the information on your Form 1095-A. If you do not have a copy of your Form 1095-A, reach out to the Federally-facilitated Marketplace call center at 800-318-2596 or ...

Why is my 1095-A form not available?

Some reasons why you may not receive an IRS Form 1095-A or Form FTB 3895: You were enrolled in a minimum coverage plan (also known as catastrophic plan). You were enrolled in the Medi-Cal program. You were enrolled in employer health coverage through Covered California for Small Business (CCSB).

Who is responsible for sending 1095 forms?

Health insurance issuers or carriers will file Form 1095-B for all insured employer coverage. Plan sponsors are responsible for reporting self-insured employer coverage.

Where do I enter 1095-C in TurboTax?

You do not have to enter a 1095-C in TurboTax. You will answer the question in the Health Insurance section that you had health insurance all year and keep a copy of the 1095-C with your tax records. The insurance company will provide the IRS with the needed information.

Can you email 1095-C forms to employees?

Posting the Form 1095-C on a Website

The notice may be by mail, email, or in person, and it must include the following statement in capital letters “IMPORTANT TAX RETURN DOCUMENT AVAILABLE.” If the notice is provided by email, that statement must be in the subject line.