How do I get my 1099-R from the state of Florida?

Quick answer: where to get a 1099-R and how it differs from a DEO 1099-G

Quick answer: if you need a 1099-R for retirement distributions, get it from your plan payer or administrator, often via the plan portal; unemployment compensation is reported on Form 1099-G from the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity and is accessed through DEO CONNECT, and Social Security benefits are reported on SSA-1099 by the Social Security Administration.

Form 1099-R is the federal form used to report retirement distributions and is described by the IRS IRS 1099-R overview

Form 1099-G for unemployment is issued by the Florida DEO and is available through the DEO CONNECT claimant portal DEO CONNECT claimant portal

Short summary for readers who want a fast answer

If you are a pensioner with a state plan such as FRS, check MyFRS first; if you collected unemployment check DEO CONNECT; if you receive Social Security check SSA-1099 before contacting other offices MyFRS tax information

When to check MyFRS vs DEO CONNECT vs SSA – florida deo 1099g

Use MyFRS for pension or retirement plan statements, DEO CONNECT for unemployment payments, and the SSA site for Social Security benefit statements SSA-1099 page

What is Form 1099-R and who issues it

Form 1099-R reports distributions from pensions, annuities, IRAs, and similar retirement plans; it exists so recipients and the IRS have matching records for taxable distributions IRS 1099-R overview

Typical payers include private plan administrators, employers, and state retirement systems such as the Florida Retirement System, which issues tax statements for members through its member portal and official channels MyFRS tax information

Timing: plan administrators generally issue tax statements in January and publish electronic copies in portals when available; if you do not see a statement online, your plan administrator is the first point of contact IRS 1099-R overview

Plan administrators generally issue tax statements in January and publish electronic copies in portals when available; if you do not see a statement online, your plan administrator is the first point of contact IRS 1099-R overview

If you received unemployment: what 1099-G from DEO is and how to access it via DEO CONNECT

Form 1099-G reports unemployment compensation and is separate from retirement forms; in Florida the DEO issues 1099-G forms to claimants so that unemployment benefits are reported properly to state and federal tax authorities Tax Form 1099-G

Primary download route is the DEO CONNECT claimant portal where eligible claimants can sign in and download their tax statement; if you cannot sign in the DEO provides options to request a mailed copy

If you need to download a 1099-G, sign into DEO CONNECT, locate the tax forms or documents area, and follow the portal prompts to save or print the PDF DEO CONNECT claimant portal

How Florida Retirement System members get a 1099-R: MyFRS portal and contact options

FRS members should sign into MyFRS to view and download tax statements for pensions and other retirement benefits; MyFRS is the official channel for member tax information and statements MyFRS tax information

If a tax statement is missing or you need a paper copy, MyFRS lists phone and email contact options on its contact page so members can request replacements or mailed statements MyFRS contact page

Have your member or account ID ready when you contact MyFRS; that accelerates verification and helps staff locate the correct record MyFRS tax information

Step-by-step: how to download or request a replacement 1099-R

Checklist before you start: confirm which form you need, sign into your plan portal, and gather identifying details such as full legal name, Social Security number, date of birth, and your account or member ID

Online download, first option: sign into your plan administrator portal; for Florida Retirement System members that means MyFRS, which is the fastest route to a downloadable 1099-R when statements are posted MyFRS tax information

If portal access fails, call or email the plan administrator using the official contact information on the MyFRS contact page; provide the identifiers listed above and ask for a duplicate or a mailed copy MyFRS contact page

What to say on a call: state that you need a duplicate 1099-R for a named tax year, give your full name and member or account ID, confirm the mailing address on file, and request an estimated time to receive the copy

Step-by-step: how to download or request a replacement 1099-G from DEO

Sign into DEO CONNECT, go to your account documents or tax forms area, and choose the 1099-G for the year you need; save or print the PDF for your records DEO CONNECT claimant portal

If you cannot access DEO CONNECT, the DEO offers a mailed copy option; when you contact DEO request a mailed 1099-G and be prepared to provide your claim number and identifying details

Remind yourself that 1099-G is for unemployment compensation; contacting DEO for unemployment forms avoids delays caused by contacting the wrong agency DEO claimant guidance

What information you will be asked for: IDs, account and claim numbers

Commonly required data include full legal name, Social Security number, date of birth, and account, member, or claim number; agencies ask for these to confirm identity before releasing tax statements

Where to find account or claim numbers: check portal account pages, prior correspondence, benefit letters, or any old statements where the number is printed; locating the ID before you call saves time MyFRS contact page

Privacy reminder: provide personal data only through secure agency channels listed on official contact pages and avoid sending sensitive details through unverified email addresses MyFRS contact page

If you cannot access a portal: phone, mail options and typical processing times

When to call versus when to write: call for quick verification or short questions; send a written request if you need a mailed replacement or proof of the request for your records

Processing timeframes vary; ask the agency during your call for an estimated turnaround and note the date, the name of the person you spoke with, and any confirmation number for follow-up MyFRS contact page

Common mistakes and pitfalls when requesting 1099 copies

Confusing 1099-R, 1099-G, and SSA-1099 is a frequent source of delay; confirm which form you need before contacting an agency to avoid misrouted requests IRS 1099-R overview

Data entry errors such as a wrong Social Security number or a mismatched name often prevent fulfillment; double-check identifiers before you submit a request and keep records of what you provided DEO claimant guidance

Keep a written record of the request date, contact name, and any confirmation number; this helps with follow-up and protects your timeline if additional steps are needed MyFRS contact page

How to verify which form you actually need: 1099-R vs SSA-1099 vs 1099-G

Quick cues: pensions and annuities come from plan administrators or state retirement systems and are reported on Form 1099-R, unemployment is reported on Form 1099-G from DEO, and Social Security benefits are reported on SSA-1099 from the SSA SSA-1099 page

Two quick examples: a retired public-employee receiving a monthly pension should look to MyFRS for 1099-R; a worker who filed unemployment should check DEO CONNECT for 1099-G MyFRS tax information

Tax filing tips when you receive a corrected, late, or duplicate 1099

Corrected forms can arrive after you file; the IRS explains how to handle 1099-R reporting and what to do if figures change, so review IRS guidance for the specific steps in your situation IRS 1099-R overview

If you receive a corrected form that changes your tax liability, consult filing instructions or a tax professional about whether to amend; keep all correspondence from MyFRS or DEO for your records MyFRS tax information

When to contact the IRS, DEO, MyFRS, or SSA for unresolved issues

If the issue is a missing or incorrect retirement distribution 1099-R, start with the plan administrator or MyFRS contact page to resolve account-level questions MyFRS contact page

For missing 1099-G forms or DEO portal issues, contact the Florida DEO and use DEO CONNECT or claimant contact channels to request a mailed copy or portal assistance DEO CONNECT claimant portal

The IRS is the authority on tax reporting rules and can help with technical questions about how to report amounts on your return, while SSA handles Social Security benefit statements IRS 1099-R overview

Example scenarios: retired public-employee, gig worker who received unemployment, and an FRS pensioner

Scenario A, retired public-employee: check MyFRS for a 1099-R; if missing, call MyFRS, provide your member ID and SSN last four, and request a duplicate for the tax year in question MyFRS contact page

Scenario B, gig worker with unemployment: sign in to DEO CONNECT to download your 1099-G; if you cannot access the portal, contact DEO with your claim number and request a mailed copy DEO CONNECT claimant portal

Sample script, short: “Hello, I need a duplicate 1099 for tax year YYYY. My name is [full name], SSN last four [xxxx], and my account or claim number is [number]. Please confirm the mailing address on file.”

Summary and a simple checklist: how to get your 1099-R in Florida

Recap: for FRS retirement 1099-R use MyFRS, for unemployment 1099-G use DEO CONNECT, for SSA benefits use SSA-1099, and for tax rules consult the IRS guidance MyFRS tax information

Printable checklist: 1) check the appropriate portal, 2) gather full name, SSN, date of birth, and account or claim ID, 3) call or email official contact pages to request a duplicate, 4) ask for a mailed copy if you cannot use the portal, and 5) save confirmation details for follow-up DEO claimant guidance

If an issue stays unresolved after following these steps, escalate to the agency’s tax or compliance contact and consult IRS guidance for filing questions IRS 1099-R overview