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Level 4
April 18, 2022
Question

Amend 2020 return in 2021

  • April 18, 2022
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Can I e-file an amended return for 2020 in 2021? If so how? I am in TT version for 2020 and when I try to transmit the amended return electronically it gives me errors saying dates have to be before 12/31/2020.  However I also see note in TT that says a change has been made to be able to electronically file prior year amended returns.  Am I missing something here or do I have to file by mail as only option?

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    DoninGA
    Level 15
    Level 15
    April 18, 2022

    Using the personal editions of TurboTax a 2020 federal amended tax return, Form 1040-X, cannot be e-filed it must be printed and mailed.

    In the File section of the 2020 TurboTax program change your filing method to File by Mail

    Level 15
    April 18, 2022

    You have to mail it.