I have already submitted the return through TurboTax, but the IRS hasn’t started accepting returns yet. Can I make corrections before IRS gets the return?

[userpaul-a-miller197]

I messed up the dependent care expenses claimed on the 2441. It’s much less than what I put on the form.

[Mike9241]

the return at this point can't be recalled. the IRS won't open e-filing until 2/12/2021. so you'll have to wait. if your return is rejected you can fix it and resubmit. if it is accepted you'll have to wait until it is fully processed and then file an amended return. i

[Cass0317 · Accepted solution]

To add to Mike9241's answer above, please see the information below:

You can amend your return to make changes. If you have already e-filed or mailed the return, then you will need to wait until the IRS has accepted or rejected that return before you can make any changes.  

• If they reject it, then you can make the needed changes and re-submit the return.  How do I fix a rejected return?

• If they accept it,  then you will need to wait until you have received your refund, if applicable, and then amend that return to make changes, if needed. Amended returns have to be printed and mailed in and take up to 16 weeks to be processed.   

If accepted, wait until you have received your refund, then you can go here and get instructions for amending that return. 

[userpaul-a-miller197]

Thanks