PayPal taxes and tax forms
Bonus terms
As of November 2, 2026 · paypal.com
- Fee on a $1,000 buy
- $18by bank transfer
- Bank withdrawal time
- Not published
- Coins
- Not published
Starting with tax year 2025, PayPal issues Form 1099-DA by February 15; it also issues 1099-MISC for crypto rewards exceeding the threshold.
Tax forms that PayPal sends
| What | What PayPal says | Source | Read on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tax forms | Starting from tax year 2025, Form 1099-DA is due by February 15; 1099-MISC covers crypto rewards over threshold. | paypal.com | November 2, 2026 |
| Tax history export | Log in to the linked account to view transaction history; monthly statements are available. | paypal.com | November 2, 2026 |
IRS reporting by PayPal
For crypto sold or exchanged through a broker, Form 1099-DA shows gross proceeds starting with the 2025 tax year. PayPal submits the form to the IRS and provides a copy to you.
Downloading your PayPal tax history
PayPal export: Log in to the linked account to view transaction history. Monthly statements are available.
ExchangePick doesn't offer tax advice. For your own tax return, ask a tax professional about activity involving your PayPal account.
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Questions that people ask
Does PayPal report information to the IRS?
Yes, it does. PayPal sends each 1099 form it issues to the IRS. The IRS therefore receives the numbers shown on your forms.
When do PayPal's tax forms go out?
PayPal includes a date with its forms. Form 1099-DA starts with tax year 2025 and is due by February 15; 1099-MISC applies to crypto rewards over threshold.