No, the social security numbers (SSNs) for your independent contractors are not required to be entered in your tax return.
The SSNs are required only when you issue the 1099-NEC forms to your independent contractors and the copy you send to the IRS with your transmittal (1096).
@ElleG2
[Edited: 03/29/2024] | 11:42 AM PST]
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