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posted Feb 23, 2021 8:55:32 PM

If dont get tax refund 2019 what i need to do

my brother check refund 2019 was sent to old address and it was return to IRS can i file refile it for 2020 tax refund what i need to do

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Expert Alumni
Feb 28, 2021 5:07:54 AM

No, you cannot include 2019 tax return with the 2020 return. When you file the 2020 tax return, using the corrected address, it will be recorded and updated in the IRS systems. 

  1. Write a letter attaching a signed copy of the 2019 tax return.  Explain that the refund has not been received due to a change in address with a request to send it now. The signature is important so that if processing needs to take place there will be no delay.
  2. Calling is extremely time consuming right now. If you want to try, call very early or very late based on the times below.
    • January - April  800-829-1040
      • Telephone service wait times can average 15 minutes. Some telephone service lines may have longer wait times.
      • Telephone service wait times are higher on Monday and Tuesday
  3. It shouldn't be necessary to file the change of address but you can include it with your letter by competing Form 8822