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New Member
posted Jun 6, 2019 5:36:01 AM

Can I amend an application for automatic extension of time already sent in?

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Expert Alumni
Jun 6, 2019 5:36:01 AM

No, you cannot amend an extension, unfortunately. The extension is for filing, and since you haven't filed any forms, there is nothing to amend.  If you would like to change the income that you put with the extension, it is not necessary. When it is time to file, the income will be adjusted anyway. If you need to change the amount you will be paying, it is not necessary to amend either; just pay what you want/should pay and keep a record of it, so that you can enter the "correct" amount of payment when preparing your taxes.

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Expert Alumni
Jun 6, 2019 5:36:01 AM

No, you cannot amend an extension, unfortunately. The extension is for filing, and since you haven't filed any forms, there is nothing to amend.  If you would like to change the income that you put with the extension, it is not necessary. When it is time to file, the income will be adjusted anyway. If you need to change the amount you will be paying, it is not necessary to amend either; just pay what you want/should pay and keep a record of it, so that you can enter the "correct" amount of payment when preparing your taxes.

New Member
Mar 8, 2025 2:35:07 PM

That makes sense if I could control the amount I will pay, but i elected to pay Direct Deposit with turbo tax is there anything yall can do to change the amount?

Level 15
Mar 8, 2025 4:29:47 PM

@Valerie R You are posting to an old thread that has had no activity for at least six years.   No one can change anything on your tax return for you.   What exactly are you trying to do?