I can't amend my return because it says my SSN does not match, but my SSN is correct.

afrodriguez002 · ‎March 29, 2021

When I first filed, I mistyped my SSN, I then corrected it and my return was accepted. Now I need to go back and amend my return, but it won't let me e-File because it says my SSN does not match the original form. I'm assuming it's checking against the first attempt which was rejected before I corrected the typo, but because of this I can't amend my return.

MaryM428 · ‎March 29, 2021

You will need to put the same typo for your social security number on the amend that was on the original return. Then when the amend is rejected, change it to the correct social security number. The amend is checking against the original return. When it is e-filed, then the social security number will be checked against the IRS files and it will be rejected.

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@afrodriguez002

afrodriguez002 · ‎March 29, 2021

I amended with the same typo, but my amend was accepted. What should I do now?

@MaryM428

MaryM428 · ‎March 29, 2021

Print out the amend with the correct social security number and mail it. The first page will have the directions on what to put in the envelope and the address to mail it. Make sure that you sign it.

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fanfare · ‎March 29, 2021

@afrodriguez002

more wrong advice from an "Expert" that doesn't work.

I can't amend my return because it says my SSN does not match, but my SSN is correct.

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