Why am I ineligible for e filing my federal return. I get only social security retirement.

[VolvoGirl]

If you only get SS it is not taxable and you do not have to file a return.  And there is no benefit in claiming dependents or deductions.   And you can't efile a return with no taxable income.  If you want to file you will have to print and mail it.  Or you can try adding $1 of interest to let you efile.  Make up a fake 1099Int.

[lindajdavis18765]

I wanted to file due to the Stimulus 2020 that was just passed to see if I am eligible for any funds (up to $1,200).  I haven't done my taxes for several years as I am over 74

[VolvoGirl]

We don't know yet how it will work.  It may be based on a 2018 return since 2019 has been extended to July 15.  anything you file now will probably be too late.  So they will need to figure out a different way to pay it out.  And the Stimulus is not final until the President signs it.