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April 8, 2026
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TurboTax not allowing me to efile amended return

  • April 8, 2026
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Doing taxes for my daughter and need to amend for dependents.

After I input all changes, it tells me that I must mail the amended return.

I helped various family members and have used all 5 Fed filings. Could this be the problem?

I bought another Turbotax copy, brought up the original file and updated it's status.

The new copy also prevents me from doing an efile.

Mailing the return is bad enough but, per Turbotax, then the IRS has to mail the check.

Any solution here? 

Thank you.

 

 

    1 reply

    CatinaT1
    Level 15
    April 9, 2026

    The IRS will not mail a check, they will use the method used with the original return.

     

    Generally you should be able to efile an amendment, however, there's a chance your return can't be e-filed based on your unique situation. If this happens, you'll need to print and mail your tax return.

     

    Can I e-file my federal Form 1040-X amended return?

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