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I need to file an amendment to a return to change the dependent status. What are the steps to file Form 1040x? Do I start a new return or do I open the old one?

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PaulaM
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I need to file an amendment to a return to change the dependent status. What are the steps to file Form 1040x? Do I start a new return or do I open the old one?

You should wait until the original return is fully processed before amending. Note; amending takes a long time to process. After your original return is fully processed, follow the directions in this FAQ

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