Why can't I E-file my taxes even though I checked the box stating that I received Stimulus checks back in 2020?

julianatajnai — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:57:06 GMT

TurboTax keeps rejecting my form even though I keep Confirming that I checked the appropriate box.

Re: Why can't I E-file my taxes even though I checked the box stating that I received Stimulus checks back in 2020?

Critter-3 — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 13:39:21 GMT

There is no such question on a 2022 return so which tax year are you trying to file ? And which program are you trying to use ? Online or Downloaded ?

Re: Why can't I E-file my taxes even though I checked the box stating that I received Stimulus checks back in 2020?

xmasbaby0 — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 14:35:26 GMT

The current online software is only for 2022 returns. There are NO questions about stimulus checks for a 2022 return. If you are trying to use online for a 2021 return your return is all wrong and must not be filed. Clear it out and save the account to prepare your 2022 return.

If you are trying to prepare a return for 2020 or 2021 you need to be using the CD/download software for the specific year. There will be questions for the stimulus checks in Federal Review for a 2020 or a 2021 return.

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.

Re: Why can't I E-file my taxes even though I checked the box stating that I received Stimulus checks back in 2020?

xmasbaby0 — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 15:01:44 GMT

And....if you are using the 2020 or 2021 CD/download software, you cannot e-file the return. E-filing is permanently closed for those tax years. The only way to file is by mail.

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Why can't I E-file my taxes even though I checked the box stating that I received Stimulus checks back in 2020?

Re: Why can't I E-file my taxes even though I checked the box stating that I received Stimulus checks back in 2020?

Re: Why can't I E-file my taxes even though I checked the box stating that I received Stimulus checks back in 2020?

Re: Why can't I E-file my taxes even though I checked the box stating that I received Stimulus checks back in 2020?