Can i still file a return?

beinghear — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:05:25 GMT

It is November 15 and i never filed an extension.

Re: Can i still file a return?

NCperson — Tue, 15 Nov 2022 13:46:45 GMT

yes - if you are due a refund, you can submit a 2021 return up until April 17, 2025! if you owe money, there is no deadline, it can haunt you for years.

At this point the TT system is closed for 2021 (but you can purcahse the desktop version and create the return that way) or go to the IRS free file site, but that site also closes shortly for 2021

Re: Can i still file a return?

xmasbaby0 — Tue, 15 Nov 2022 13:46:23 GMT

You are too late to use online TurboTax for a 2021 return. Online is permanently closed for 2021 returns. You can still download and use the CD/download software on a full PC or Mac to prepare a 2021 return. You cannot e-file. The return will have to be mailed.

Online preparation and e-filing for 2019 and 2020 and 2021 is permanently closed.

To file a return for a prior tax year

If you need to prepare a return for 2019, 2020 or 2021 you can purchase and download desktop software to do it, then print, sign, and mail the return(s)

https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/

You may also want to explore purchasing the software from various retailers such as Amazon, Costco, Best Buy, Walmart, Sam’s, etc.

Remember to prepare your state return as well—if you live in a state that has a state income tax.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/state-taxes/help/how-do-i-contact-my-state-department-of-revenue/00/25573

When you mail a tax return, you need to attach any documents showing tax withheld, such as your W-2’s or any 1099’s. Use a mailing service that will track it, such as UPS or certified mail so you will know the IRS/state received the return.

Federal and state returns must be in separate envelopes and they are mailed to different addresses. Read the mailing instructions that print with your tax return carefully so you mail them to the right addresses.

Note: The desktop software you need to prepare the prior year return must be installed/downloaded to a full PC or Mac. It cannot be used on a mobile device.

If you are getting a refund, there is not a penalty for filing past the deadline. If you owe taxes, the interest/penalties will be calculated by the IRS based on how much you owe and when they receive your return and payment. The IRS will bill you for this; it will not be calculated by TurboTax.

Re: Can i still file a return?

xmasbaby0 — Tue, 15 Nov 2022 13:47:31 GMT

The IRS site closes on November 17 so if you want to use it, get busy.

Use this IRS site for other ways to file for free. There are 8 free software versions available from the IRS Free File site

https://apps.irs.gov/app/freeFile/

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