What if tax return already e-filed and I am awaiting the IRS acceptance notification? What do I do with the stimulus check I received?
The IRS will correct your mistake automatically ... there is NOTHING you can or need to do if you have already filed a return.
Can I change my return if I already submitted it and you’re holding it until the IRS opens?
No. Once you submit your return, it’s considered to be in pending status. We’ll hold all returns submitted before the IRS opens and submit them when the IRS is open. Processing of returns is expected to start on or about 2/12 however some returns may be pulled earlier in test batches so watch your email for alerts.
Once the IRS either accepts or rejects your return: