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posted Nov 12, 2020 1:21:03 AM

Hello when return tax day

Day return tax

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Level 15
Nov 12, 2020 5:14:56 AM

Not sure what tax year you are asking about.  The filing deadline for 2019 returns is over--you missed it.   If you need to file a 2019 return you can still do so , but you cannot use online TurboTax.  The software for 2020 returns is not yet ready, so it is too soon to start on a 2020 tax return.  The filing deadline for a 2020 return will be April 15, 2021.

 

Online preparation and e-filing for 2017, 2018 and 2019 is permanently closed.

To file a return for a prior tax year

If you need to prepare a return for 2017, 2018, or 2019 you can purchase and download desktop software to do it, then print, sign,  and mail the return(s)

https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/

You may also want to explore purchasing the software from various retailers such as Amazon, Costco, Best Buy, Walmart, Sam’s, etc.

Remember to prepare your state return as well—if you live in a state that has a state income tax.

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/state received the return.

Federal and state returns must be in separate envelopes and they are mailed to different addresses.  Read the mailing instructions that print with your tax return carefully so you mail them to the right addresses.

 

Note:  The desktop software you need to prepare the prior year return must be installed/downloaded to a full PC or Mac.  It cannot be used on a mobile device.

 

If you are getting a refund, there is not a penalty for filing past the deadline.  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.

Level 15
Nov 12, 2020 5:20:12 AM

The filing deadline for a 2019 return was July 15, 2020.  If you requested an extension and paid your estimated tax due by July 15, you had until October 15 to file your 2019 return.