How do I file prior years taxes

[xmasbaby0]

You cannot change the tax year.   The current online program is for 2025 only.   Only a 2025 return can be prepared online and only a 2025 return can be e-filed.

Online preparation and e-filing for 2022, 2023, and  2024 is permanently closed.

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.

To file a return for a prior tax year

 If you need to prepare a return for 2022, 2023, or 2024  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.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/state-taxes/contact-state-department-rev...

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 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.

[LindaS5247]

As xmasBaby0 mentions above, e-filing is closed for prior years if you are using TurboTax online. 

However, new this year, you will be able to have your prior-year tax returns prepared using TurboTax Full Service. You must do them along with your 2025 tax return.  

When you select TurboTax Full Service, a dedicated tax expert will prepare your tax return(s) for you.  You will set up a welcome call with an assistant and they will answer any questions you may have. The TurboTax assistant will also confirm the documents your expert will need to prepare your taxes. You will be able to upload your documents straight from your computer, or you can use your phone to capture or scan paper documents.

You can use this link, click here to start the process. Make sure to select "Prior year not filed" in the interview questions.

You can also file these prior-year tax returns using the TurboTax Desktop software.  You must purchase it for each year that you are filing. For example for 2023, you must purchase and use the 2023 TurboTax Desktop software. You can purchase and download the TurboTax Desktop 2023 software directly from the official Intuit website.

You must paper file a tax return 2022 and earlier.

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