How long does it take for an amended return to show up in the IRS system? My child had to submit an amended return so that they show as my dependent.

[hailium]

I am unable to re-submit my rejected return until this happens. The IRS website is showing that my child's amended return was approved on 9/29, but my re-submission was rejected today (10/16) because of IND-517-01.

[rjs · Accepted solution]

You will not be able to e-file your tax return this year. The IRS does not update its e-file database when the dependent's amended return is processed. You have to print your tax return, sign it, and file it by mail.

[DoninGA · Accepted solution]

Even if the IRS processes the amended return you will have to print and mail your federal tax return, it cannot be e-filed.

The IRS database will not change for receiving a tax return with the child's Social Security number entered on a  tax return and indicating not a dependent.

[hailium]

Thank you!