There is no definitive answer to your question other than maybe, maybe not. You'll need to amend. But here's the rules on that.
Already E-Filed and
Need To Change
If you have already E-filed your tax return and need to make
a change for any reason, then you have no choice but to wait until the IRS
processes your E-filed return. If the IRS rejects your E-filed return, then you
can just make the necessary changes and resubmit it.
If the IRS accepts your E-filed return, then you must WAIT
until the IRS has processed your return, and until you have received your
refund. Then you will need to file an amended return.
If your E-Filed return is pending, and you change anything
on your copy of your return, then you are guaranteed
to have major issues with correcting
or amending it later. So for your own sanity, do not touch anything until it’s
time, as clarified above.
If my return is accepted, why do I
have to wait for my refund before I can amend it?
Just because the IRS has accepted your return, does not mean
that they agree with it. Sometimes, the IRS will “catch” your error (or some
other error you don’t know about) and go ahead and correct it for you. You’ll
know that when your refund is not what you expected. So you have to wait for the refund. If that happens to you, then you will receive
a letter 3-4 weeks after you receive your refund, explaining what was changed,
why it was changed, and with instructions on what actions to take if your
dispute the change. If
you receive such a letter, post in this forum with the details (without including personal information)
and we'll try to help you get your copy of the return in agreement with the IRS
changes, so you won't have issues importing next year.
