How do I amend my 2025 return. I forgot To check the box that states I can Be a dependent on my parents return? I have Already filed and it’s been accepted

[bradleychelle]

My parents cannot file their return until this is corrected

[MinhT1 · Accepted solution]

Your parents should go ahead to claim you as a dependent and file their return by mail, as the IRS could take up to 12 weeks to process your amended return.

In the meantime, you should file an amended return to indicate that you can be claimed as a dependent by another taxpayer.

If you are expecting a refund, we recommend that you wait to amend until after the IRS has processed your original return and you have received your refund.

To amend your tax return, please read this TurboTax article. 

Please note that the amendment form 1040X will only be available on TurboTax after 2/19/2026.