Fix Federal Return tab states, "Form 1040-X cannot be filed electronically if there is a change in filing status." Can I amend my filing status online or only via mail?

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July 5, 2022
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Why is TurboTax not letting me file my 1040-X online when I originally e-filed back in April?

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rjs

Level 15

Previously the IRS did not allow Form 1040-X to be filed electronically if the filing status was changed. About a week ago the IRS announced that they were eliminating that restriction. TurboTax has not yet been updated for this very recent change in IRS policy. I don't know if it will be updated this year. For now, you have to file Form 1040-X by mail if you are changing the filing status.

NCperson

Level 15

@sfariane - and note a few things

1) the amendment backlog is probably 9-12 months

2) how are you changing the filing status? You can't change from MFJ to another filing status, unless you filed for an extension prior to April 17. Any other permutation of filing change is permissible.

Dave202058

Level 2

can I print out the forms

Dave202058

Level 2

can i print out the forms for ga state ammended forms

Juliajoe

Level 2

this apparently has not been fixed?? Is it still not possible to file electronically if you amend for filing status?? I am trying to file an amended return going from MFS to MFJ ( joint) and I am not sure if I should transmit and also it wont let me enter banking info??

fanfare

Level 15

This limitation is imposed by IRS.

Form 1040-X does not have any place to put your bank info.

@Juliajoe

Juliajoe

Level 2

The info below is from the IRS website and questionnaire on amended returns?? So it makes me wonder if this is an IRS shortfall or Turbotax…..but it seems you cant do it with Turbotax

Is direct deposit available for electronically filed Form 1040-X?

Beginning in processing year 2023, Direct Deposit can be requested for electronically filed amended returns for tax year 2021 and tax year 2022. The bank account information should be entered on the electronically filed Form 1040-X (or Corrected Form 1040-SS/PR).