What is a 1099-NEC?
by TurboTax • 
Updated December 11, 2025 6:32 AM
Form 1099-NEC specifically reports Nonemployee Compensation, which you may have gotten in previous years on a 1099-MISC. So, if you worked as a freelancer or contractor last year, you probably got a 1099-NEC reporting how much money you were paid in box 1.
To enter your Form 1099-NEC in TurboTax:
Open or continue your return.
Navigate to 1099-NEC:
TurboTax Online/Mobile: Go to 1099-NEC.
TurboTax Desktop: Search for 1099-NEC and select the Jump to link.
Follow the onscreen instructions. When you’re done, we’ll ask you a few questions and help you through entering any expenses you may have so that you can reduce your taxable income.
