HelenC12
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If you e-filed your return, you won't be able to change it. It's like putting a letter in the mailbox. You can't retrieve it.

  • You'll have to wait until the IRS accepts or rejects your return.
  • The IRS has announced that they will begin accepting and processing 2020 individual tax returns on February 12, 2021.

 

If your return gets rejected, you'll be able to change it and submit the corrected return.

 

If your return gets accepted:

  • The IRS or state may correct your return. If you agree with the correction, you don't have to amend your return.
  • If the IRS or state does not correct your return, you'll have to amend your income tax return.
  • NOTE: At this time, you're not able to amend a 2020 income tax return. As of today, it's estimated that the IRS will finalize the 1040X form on 2/18/2021. However check the forms availability to see any updates to that date. 
  • If you need to amend your state return, see How do I contact my state Department of Revenue? to see when you can amend your income tax return. Also, see I need to amend my state return.

Note: Generally, Form 1040-X,  Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return, must be filed within three years of the date the original return was filed, or within two years of the date the tax was paid, whichever is later.

 

Additional information: Do I need to amend? 

[Edited 2/8/2021|8:03 am PST]

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