The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced two upcoming meetings in October 2026 focused on the Information Returns Intake System (IRIS). The sessions are designed to provide updates, guidance, and practical information for businesses, tax professionals, software developers, transmitters, and other IRIS users.
IRIS Working Group Meeting – October 14, 2026
The first meeting is the IRIS Working Group Meeting, scheduled for Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
The meeting is intended primarily for software developers, transmitters, and state participants interested in the IRIS system. According to the IRS, the session will provide information designed to help users avoid filing errors, address known issues and workarounds, and stay informed about important filing dates and deadlines.
IRIS 101 Meeting – October 28, 2026
The IRS will also hold an introductory IRIS 101 Meeting on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
This session is intended for a broader audience, including payroll professionals, tax professionals, small businesses and self-employed individuals, tax-exempt and government entities, and financial institutions.
The IRS says the IRIS 101 session will provide an overview of the system for new users and those who need a refresher. The meeting will also explain IRIS features and provide step-by-step guidance on using the system or transitioning from the FIRE system to IRIS.
Why IRIS Matters
IRIS is the IRS's Information Returns Intake System for electronically filing information returns. The system provides options for businesses and tax professionals to submit information returns electronically and is becoming increasingly important as the IRS moves filers toward IRIS.
Businesses and tax professionals that currently use FIRE or are preparing to file information returns through IRIS should become familiar with the system, its requirements, and the available filing options.
Upcoming IRIS Meeting Dates
- October 14, 2026: IRIS Working Group Meeting — 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time
- October 28, 2026: IRIS 101 Meeting — 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Businesses and tax professionals that use or will need to use IRIS should consider reviewing the IRS's IRIS resources and meeting information to stay informed about system updates, filing requirements, and the transition from FIRE.
IRIS Filing Software for 1099 Filers
Note: 1099 filers who need software to help them prepare and file information returns through IRIS can consider W2 Mate W2 1099 Software. W2 Mate provides tools for preparing W-2 and 1099 forms and can help businesses and tax professionals manage their information return filing process.
For additional information about the upcoming meetings, visit the IRS website and review the latest IRIS guidance and resources.