An SSA-1099 is a tax form we mail each year in January to people who receive Social Security benefits. The forms SSA-1099 and SSA-1042S are not available for people who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

What tax form does SSI use?

Security 1099
What is a Social Security Benefit Statement? A Social Security 1099 or 1042S Benefit Statement, also called an SSA-1099 or SSA-1042S, is a tax form that shows the total amount of benefits you received from Social Security in the previous year.

Do you have to file a tax return for SSI?

Your post is confusing but if you are asking if you had taxable income can you file a return the answer is yes. However if your only income is from SSI …. Because supplemental security income benefits are considered to be assistance, they’re therefore NOT taxable income. They do not have to be reported on a tax return.

Where can I get a Social Security tax form?

This usually happens only if you have other substantial income (such as wages, self-employment, interest, dividends and other taxable income that must be reported on your tax return) in addition to your benefits. For additional tax questions, you will need to contact the IRS. Their toll-free number is 1-800-829-1040.

What kind of documents do I need to apply for SSI?

If you have income, you may need to provide the following: earned Income – payroll stubs, or if self–employed, a tax return for the last tax year; unearned Income – any records you have (for example, award letters, bank statements, court orders, receipts) showing how much you receive, how often, and the source of the payment; and

Do you have to include Social Security on a joint tax return?

If you’re married and file a joint return, you and your spouse must combine your incomes and social security benefits when figuring the taxable portion of your benefits.