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What is Form 5498-ESA?

Form 5498-ESA is an IRS information return that reports contributions to Coverdell Education Savings Accounts (ESAs). This form is sent by the financial institution that manages the Coverdell ESA to both the IRS and the beneficiary of the account.

What is Form 5498-ESA

How to File IRS Form 5498-ESA in 3 Easy Steps

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  • Enter Trustee & Beneficiary Information

    Enter Trustee & Beneficiary Information

    Provide the trustee or custodian’s name, address, and TIN, as well as the beneficiary’s name, TIN, and address.

  • Report ESA Contribution Details

    Report ESA Contribution Details

    Enter the Coverdell ESA contribution amount for the year. Include any rollover contributions, such as trustee-to-trustee transfers or qualified military death gratuities.

  • Review & Transmit

    Review & Transmit

    Review the return for accuracy, then e-file it directly with the IRS. Send the recipient’s copy securely via ZeroneVault or postal mail.

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Deadline for filing Form 5498-ESA

File with the IRS (Paper)

File with the IRS (Paper)

Deadline: June 02, 2025

File with the IRS (e-file)

File with the IRS (e-file)

Deadline: June 02, 2025

Deliver Beneficiary copy

Deliver Beneficiary copy

Deadline: April 30, 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. When are 5498-ESA form issued?

Form 5498-ESA is filed with the IRS before the deadline of June 02, 2025 and must issue a copy of this form to the beneficiary before April 30, 2025. If you failed to file within the deadline, the IRS may impose a penalty.

2. What information is required to e-file Form 5498-ESA?

  • Trustee or Custodian Information
    • Name, TIN, Address
  • Beneficiary (Participant) Information
    • Name, TIN (Social Security Number or ITIN), Address, and Account Number
  • Contribution Details
    • ESA Contributions
    • Rollover Contributions

3. Difference between 5498 and 5498-ESA?

Form 5498Form 5498-ESA
It is used to report contributions, rollovers and the fair market value of traditional IRAs, Roth IRAs, SEP IRAs, and SIMPLE IRAsIt is specifically to report Coverdell Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) and Rollover contributions to the IRS and to issue a beneficiary copy.
It is received by both IRS and IRA account holder.It is received by both IRS and ESA account holder.

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Form 5498-ESA Instructions

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Form 5498-ESA Due Date

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