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June 2, 2019
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I file my return using wrong year w2, what should I do to correct it

  • June 2, 2019
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Best answer by bluedeb

You need to amend your return if your original return has been fully processed (received refund or payment withdrawn).  The IRS gets copies of all W-2's so they might catch you used the wrong W-2. Amended returns must be mailed. 

How to amend (change or correct) a return you already filed

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June 2, 2019

You need to amend your return if your original return has been fully processed (received refund or payment withdrawn).  The IRS gets copies of all W-2's so they might catch you used the wrong W-2. Amended returns must be mailed. 

How to amend (change or correct) a return you already filed