Missed HSA Contributions in 8889

[pmoovala]

In 2021, I did not add the contribution to line 9 of form 8889 . How do I amend the 8889 form to resubmit to IRS?   Do I need to amend 1040/8889 for missed HSA contributions?

[Cass0317]

Yes,  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 or taxes due paid, then you can go here for instructions on amending your return.