The IRS Is Retiring FIRE. Your Data Needs to Be Ready.
The IRS Filing Information Returns Electronically (FIRE) system is being phased out. The new Information Returns Intake System (IRIS) is already here — and if your business files 1099s, W-2s, or any other information return, you need to be ready.
eFileMyForms handles the full FIRE-to-IRIS transition for you. One platform. Multiple form types.
Trusted by 500,000+ businesses, CPAs, and individuals — including HP, IBM, and Toyota.
The Problem
The IRS has been clear: the FIRE system is being retired. IRIS is its replacement — and the two systems are not interchangeable. FIRE files will not work in IRIS. The format requirements are different, the submission process is different, and the compliance obligations are stricter than ever.
For years, businesses and CPAs relied on FIRE to submit their information returns. Now, those same organizations need to retool their entire filing process — or risk IRS rejections, missed deadlines, and costly penalties.
This isn’t a future concern. IRIS is live, and the window to transition is narrowing fast.
This Transition Creates Immediate Challenges
- FIRE files are incompatible with IRIS — existing file formats must be rebuilt from the ground up
- New technical specifications — IRIS requires a different data structure, new XML formatting, and updated submission protocols
- No manual workarounds — IRIS does not accept paper-based or legacy electronic formats
- Dual filing complexity — federal IRIS submissions and state-level filing requirements must be managed separately without a unified platform
- Regulatory changes are ongoing — IRIS is still evolving, and staying current requires constant monitoring most businesses simply don’t have capacity for
- Internal builds take time — organizations attempting to self-manage the transition face months of IT development with no guarantee of compliance
eFileMyForms Makes the FIRE-to-IRIS Transition Simple, Fast, and Compliant
You don’t need to rebuild your filing process from scratch. eFileMyForms is already IRIS-ready — so you can transition without the technical headache, the compliance risk, or the wasted time.
What eFileMyForms Delivers
Full IRIS Compliance, Out of the Box
eFileMyForms is built to meet IRIS specifications end-to-end. There’s no manual reformatting, no portal logins, and no Transmitter Control Code (TCC) required. Your forms go from entry to IRS submission in minutes.
Multiple Form Types, One Platform
Don’t settle for a tool that only handles 1099-NECs. eFileMyForms supports the full range of information returns — 1099s, W-2s, 1098, 1042-S, 5498, ACA forms, and more — all in one place.
Real-Time Validation and Error Handling
Our built-in compliance checks flag data issues before your forms are submitted. That means fewer IRS rejections, fewer corrections, and far less stress during filing season.
Federal and State Filing, Together
IRIS handles federal submissions — but state requirements haven’t gone away. eFileMyForms supports both federal IRIS filing and direct state filing formats on a single platform, so nothing slips through the cracks.
Automatic Regulatory Updates
IRIS is still evolving. When the IRS updates its requirements, eFileMyForms updates automatically. Your compliance posture stays current without any action on your end.
Why Organizations Choose eFileMyForms for IRIS
Faster time
to compliance
Skip the months of internal development. eFileMyForms is ready now — so your organization can be too.
No IT lift required
There’s nothing to install and no manual uploads to manage. Our guided workflow takes you from data entry to IRS submission in a few clicks.
Built for scale
Whether you’re filing 10 forms or tens of thousands, eFileMyForms handles your volume with accuracy and efficiency built in.
20+ years of IRS e-filing expertise
eFileMyForms has been processing information returns for over two decades, with 2 million+ forms processed and 71,000+ direct state filings completed. You’re in experienced hands.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
How is IRIS different from FIRE?
FIRE (Filing Information Returns Electronically) was the IRS’s original system for electronic information return submissions. IRIS (Information Returns Intake System) is the IRS’s new portal, designed to replace FIRE entirely. The two systems use different file formats, different submission protocols, and different technical specifications. A file built for FIRE will not work in IRIS — organizations must adapt their filing process to meet IRIS requirements.
Why isn’t having an IRIS-formatted file enough?
An IRIS-compatible file is just one piece of the puzzle. You also need to handle real-time validation, federal-to-state filing alignment, recipient copy distribution, and ongoing regulatory updates as IRIS continues to evolve. Managing all of that manually — or through disconnected tools — creates gaps that can lead to IRS rejections or compliance failures. eFileMyForms handles every step on a single platform, so nothing falls through the cracks.
Why does this transition matter for my business?
If your business files information returns — 1099s, W-2s, or any other IRS tax forms — FIRE retirement affects you directly. The IRS is mandating IRIS adoption across the board, and lower e-filing thresholds mean more businesses than ever are now required to file electronically. Staying on FIRE-era workflows puts you at risk of rejected submissions, missed deadlines, and potential penalties.
How does eFileMyForms help with the transition?
eFileMyForms is already IRIS-compliant. Our platform handles the technical translation from your filing data to IRIS-ready submissions automatically — no manual reformatting required. You enter your payer and recipient information, we validate it in real time, and we submit it to the IRS through IRIS on your behalf. We also manage state filing requirements in parallel, so your full compliance obligation is covered from one place.
Don’t Wait for FIRE to Go Dark. Make the Switch Today.
The IRIS mandate is already in effect. The longer your organization waits to transition, the greater the risk of rejected filings, missed deadlines, and avoidable penalties. eFileMyForms gives you a clear, proven path to IRIS compliance — without the complexity.