AirBnB 1099 Tax Forms

If you host on AirBnB, your income is taxable, and many hosts are treated as self-employed. How you file depends on how your rental operates and the services you provide. That means you’re responsible for reporting your income and handling your own taxes. AirBnB may send you one or more 1099 tax forms depending on your earnings and how your payouts were processed.

What tax forms does AirBnB send?

Depending on your income and location, you may receive:

• 1099-K: For hosts paid via third-party networks like Stripe and who meet the IRS reporting thresholds
• 1099-NEC: For hosts paid directly by AirBnB who meet the reporting requirements
• Annual earnings summary: Even if you don’t receive a formal 1099, AirBnB provides a year-end summary in your account

These forms detail your gross earnings and help you accurately file your taxes. Most AirBnB hosts who receive tax forms will receive a 1099-K. In some cases, a 1099-NEC may be issued depending on how payouts were processed.

Thresholds for receiving tax forms

AirBnB issues tax forms based on IRS reporting thresholds, which can change from year to year. These requirements may vary slightly depending on whether you’re paid directly or through a payment processor. Even if you don’t meet the threshold, your income is still taxable and must be reported.

Where to find your AirBnB tax documents

AirBnB hosts can find their tax forms by:

• Logging into your AirBnB account
• Clicking on “Account” and then “Taxes”
• Viewing available tax documents in the “Documents” section
• If you’re paid through a third-party like Stripe, you may need to access your tax forms directly through their portal

All documents are typically available by January 31 for the prior tax year.

What to do if you didn’t receive a tax form

If you didn’t receive a 1099 but hosted during the year, follow these steps:

• Log in and download your earnings summary
• Tally your income from AirBnB payouts
• Use your own records to accurately report your income when you file taxes

You are still responsible for reporting all hosting income, even without a form.

How to use your 1099 when filing taxes

Many AirBnB hosts report income on Schedule C, while others may file under Schedule E depending on how the rental is operated. If you received a 1099-K or 1099-NEC, enter the amount listed. If not, calculate your income using the annual summary or payout records. Everlance helps make this easier with built-in 1099 tax filing at no extra cost when you subscribe to the Professional plan.