Can I change the year on my return?

[VolvoGirl]

Did you already file it on the wrong year?

[kstarr9291]

Yes the w2s are from 2017.   But I used them for 2018.   

[VolvoGirl]

But did you actually efile the return?  Was it Accepted?  You might need to amend the return to change it to be for your 2018 W2.  

[kstarr9291]

Yes it was accepted.  I don't have w2s from 2018.  I'm trying to file from 2017.   But I put it in the 2018 spot

[SweetieJean]

You will also have to amend 2018 to undo what you did.  Did you file your actual 2018 return yet?

[VolvoGirl · Accepted solution]

Then you need to zero out the 2018 return that you filed.  How to amend an Online return   https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/7276596
Don't forget to do state.

Then you still need to file a 2017 return.  You can only buy the download for prior years.  You need a full Windows or Mac computer to install it on.  Buy the download here     https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/  

You have to print and mail prior year returns.  When you mail a tax return, you need to attach any documents showing tax withheld, such as your W-2’s or any 1099’s.  Use a mailing service that will track it, such as UPS or certified mail so you will know the IRS received the return.  Don’t forget state.

If you are getting a refund, there is not a penalty for filing past the deadline.  You have 3 years to file for a refund.  If you owe taxes, the interest/penalties will be calculated by the IRS based on how much you owe and when they receive your return and payment. The IRS will bill you for this; it will not be calculated by TurboTax.

How to file a prior year
https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1900990-how-do-i-file-a-prior-year-tax-return

Or If you have a simple return You can fill out the blank forms for free.
Here are some blank forms & instructions for 2017
1040 https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040--2017.pdf     
Instructions https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/i1040gi--2017.pdf

1040A https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040a--2017.pdf    
Instructions https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/i1040a--2017.pdf

1040EZ https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040ez--2017.pdf    
Instructions https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/i1040ez--2017.pdf

2017 Tax Tables https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/i1040tt--2017.pdf
Publication 17 Tax Guide for 2017 https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/p17--2017.pdf

[Critter]

The current ONLINE program is ONLY for 2018 returns ... if you need to complete a different tax year ...

How do I prepare a prior-year tax return?

If you need access a TurboTax Online return that you already filed, we've got instructions for that.

If you started an online return but didn't complete it before the mid-October shutdown, we can help you finish it.

Tax years 2015, 2016, and 2017

1.    Select your TurboTax product for the year you'd like to file. (Unfortunately, TurboTax Online is only available for the current tax year.)

2.    Select your operating system.

3.    Purchase your TurboTax product.

4.    Download and install your TurboTax product.

5.    Complete your return in TurboTax. We'll guide you through the process.

6.    When finished, print and file a paper return through the mail. (Prior-year returns cannot be e-filed.)

Tax years 2014 or earlier

We no longer sell TurboTax products for 2014 and earlier tax years. You can download prior-year forms and instructions from the IRS website.

To access a TurboTax Online return that you already filed, see this FAQ instead.

If you started an online return but didn't complete it before the mid-October shutdown, go here for instructions on how to finish it.

Related Information:

·         How do I access my prior year (2017) return?