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Electronically filing 1040X.

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On may 28, irs allowed electronic filing of 1040x or 2019 amended federal tax return. I need to know exact date I can efile my 1040x. It is not allowing me to efile my 2019 1040X through turbotax.

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bluedebAnswer

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The IRS on May 28 announced that they will allow e-filing of 1040X forms this summer. Right now there is no date for when that will start. Also, the tax software would need to update their software once the IRS gives a date.

he new electronic filing option will provide the IRS with more complete and accurate data in an easily readable format to enable customer service representatives to answer taxpayers' questions. Taxpayers can still use the "Where's My Amended Return?" online tool to check the status of their electronically-filed 1040-X.

When the electronic filing option becomes available, only tax year 2019 Forms 1040 and 1040-SR returns can be amended electronically. In general, taxpayers will still have the option to submit a paper version of the Form 1040-X and should follow the instructions for preparing and submitting the paper form. Additional enhancements are planned for the future.

bluedeb

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The IRS on May 28 announced that they will allow e-filing of 1040X forms this summer. Right now there is no date for when that will start. Also, the tax software would need to update their software once the IRS gives a date.

he new electronic filing option will provide the IRS with more complete and accurate data in an easily readable format to enable customer service representatives to answer taxpayers' questions. Taxpayers can still use the "Where's My Amended Return?" online tool to check the status of their electronically-filed 1040-X.

When the electronic filing option becomes available, only tax year 2019 Forms 1040 and 1040-SR returns can be amended electronically. In general, taxpayers will still have the option to submit a paper version of the Form 1040-X and should follow the instructions for preparing and submitting the paper form. Additional enhancements are planned for the future.

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lingla

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Is there a status of when the software will be updated with 1040x electronically filing?

bluedeb

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@lingla So far there is no information about when TurboTax will allow e-filing of an amended return.

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Stine007

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I need to file a 1040x electronically for 2019 with a form 982.;

How can I do this using Turbotax???

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xmasbaby0

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@Stine007 It is not possible to e-file a 2019 1040X. Only a 2021 1040X can be e-filed. It has to be filed by mail. Print, sign and mail it. Do not expect quick results. It would be a good idea to use certified mail so you will get a receipt and confirmation that it was received.

Even during “normal” times it takes about four months for the IRS to process an amended return. During the pandemic and due to the severe backlog at the IRS it is taking much longer—six months or more for many amended returns. Do not expect quick results from amending. When the IRS issues a refund for an amended return it will be by check. They do not make direct deposits for refunds for amended returns. You can watch for information here:

https://www.irs.gov/Filing/Individuals/Amended-Returns-(Form-1040-X)/Wheres-My-Amended-Return-1

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ourdogkatie

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Please help me file a 1040X to amend my 2021 taxes

DoninGA

Level 15

@ourdogkatie wrote:

Please help me file a 1040X to amend my 2021 taxes

An amended return, Form 1040-X, can only be printed and mailed to the IRS if the original tax return was not e-filed. The IRS will take up to 16 weeks or longer to process an amended tax return.

Before starting to amend the tax return, wait for the tax refund to be received or the taxes due to be paid and processed by the IRS.

See this TurboTax support FAQ for amending a 2021 return - https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/tax-return/help/how-do-i-amend-my-2021-return/00/2544441

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andrezucchi

Level 2

Hello,

An accountant filed our 2021 Tax Return with a lot of mistakes. It was accepted and I already have all tax transcripts regarding 2021.

I want to amend my taxes using Turbo Tax, but I can't find that option anywhere. I started filling the information for the taxes 2021, but I am afraid I will fill everything out for hours and I won't find the option to file the 1040x. Could you please help me? I am doing the self-employed option (I am self-employed and my wife is employed).

Please I need to file this amendment ASAP. Thank you.