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Level 2
posted Oct 16, 2019 8:28:10 PM

How do I get credit for taxes paid with my original return when amending 2018? The option is not there

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Level 15
Oct 17, 2019 3:33:29 PM

When preparing an amended return, you'll use Form 1040X.  On line 16 of that form (linked below), you'll see where to enter the amount you paid with the original return.

 

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f1040x.pdf

 

Here's the TurboTax FAQ for amending a 2018 return.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/amending/help/how-do-i-amend-a-return-in-turbotax/01/27579

 

 

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