when will I be able to Amend my 2025 return as the message that comes back is that IRS forms are being updated?

[lenoilcai]

I'm using TuroTax Online

[xmasbaby0]

You cannot change or add anything on the return that you just e-filed, nor can you stop it.  It is too late, just like when you put an envelope in a US mailbox on the corner.  The IRS does not allow you to take it back.

If you left out a W-2, a 1099G, or a dependent, or a 1099 etc…DO NOT change your return while it is “pending.”  The changes will go nowhere.

Now you have to wait until the IRS either rejects or accepts your return.  If your return is rejected, you will be able to go into your account and make the necessary changes to your tax return and re-submit your return. 

Sometimes—not always— the IRS corrects your mistakes, while they are processing your return.

 If the IRS accepts your return, however, then you have to wait longer until it has been fully processed and you have received your refund.  THEN you can prepare an amended tax return and e-file or mail  it in. You have to be able to work from that return exactly the way it was when it was e-filed originally.  You will need to use a form called a 1040X.

  Meanwhile, DO NOT go in and start changing anything on your return in the system, or you will make a mess for yourself.  Sit tight and wait until you see what the IRS does with the return you just e-filed

The Form 1040X is scheduled to be available on February 26.   The date is subject to change, so check on 2-26  to see if it is ready.   Before that, do not change anything at all on your return.

[mesquitebean]

The amending process has not yet opened up for 2025 returns.  The preparation of Form 1040X is expected to become available late on Feb 25 or morning of Feb 26.

In the meantime, do NOT make any changes in your return.  When you start the amending process, it has to start off exactly as originally filed.

If you were due a Federal refund, you should wait for your original return to fully process at the IRS and that you have received the refund.   Before you prepare your amended return, also see the info in this FAQ and video:

FAQ:  How do I amend my Federal tax return for this current year?

https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/tax-return/amend-federal-tax-return-curr...

If you amend the Federal return, you may also have to amend the state return (if applicable.)

[lenoilcai]

Thank you for the information…..update, I received my FED return but my STATE return is still pending. Should I still wait for my State return to clear before doing a 1040X?

[DianeW777]

Yes, I would wait for the state return to clear acceptance. Keep in mind the amended return is not yet available for use. See the information below before you begin your amendment process. 

The amended Form 1040-X is not yet available and will likely be later this month. The IRS is not willing to accept an amendment for the current tax year early in the tax season. Use the link below to check to see when it will be available. Do not change your tax return until you read all the instructions. TurboTax needs to know the original numbers and the corrected numbers to provide the correct end results before you prepare it.

If you want to make changes or add a document to a tax return that has already been filed and accepted by the taxing agency, you should follow these guidelines. 

• You must first wait until the initial return is completely processed.
• You will have to use the same TurboTax account that you used for the original tax return.
• Once you begin your amendment, you'll see your original return.
• The refund calculator will start new at $0 and only reflect the changes in the refund or tax due
• Only make changes to the areas of your return that need to be corrected.
• You have three years from the date you filed your return or two years after you paid the tax due (whichever is later) to file an amendment

Amend a tax return for the current tax year

Tax Form Availability (check to see when Form 1040-X is ready for use)