I used multiple contractors, but they were paid more than $600 (each) in total. Since they are foreign citizens, working in other countries, I don't think they are required to pay taxes in the United States. But, while filling in the information on TurboTax, if I say I paid someone more than $600, it says I am required to send a 1099. I think they are assuming that, if you answer yes to this, you are talking about paying someone in the U.S.
You do not have to send a Form 1099-NEC to a foreign contractor if the services were performed outside the U.S. You should get your contractors to sign Form W-8 BEN.
You do not have to send a Form 1099-NEC to a foreign contractor if the services were performed outside the U.S. You should get your contractors to sign Form W-8 BEN.