How do I file back taxes?

Nanna44 — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:06:45 GMT

I need to file for 2020, 2021, and 2022. I'm not sure how to navigate this in TurboTax. It keeps asking me about 2023, which I don't have a W2 for yet.

Re: How do I file back taxes?

Mike9241 — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 08:39:42 GMT

since online preparation and e-filing for those years is closed you need to buy the desktop app for each of those years

you can find them here full pc or Mac required

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

other websites also offer the apps but be wary of those offering steep discounts. there can be malware or invalid licenses

Re: How do I file back taxes?

xmasbaby0 — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 14:10:23 GMT

The current online program can only be used for a 2023 return--no other year. And if you did not file a 2022 return you will have trouble e-filing 2023. When it asks for your 2022 AGI try using zero. If zero does not work then you have to print, sign and mail 2023.

You cannot change the tax year. The current online program is for 2023 only. Only a 2023 return can be prepared online and only a 2023 return can be e-filed.

Online preparation and e-filing for 2020, 2021, and 2022 is permanently closed.

To file a return for a prior tax year

If you need to prepare a return for 2020, 2021, or 2022 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: How do I file back taxes?

xmasbaby0 — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 14:23:36 GMT

Oh,...and make sure you file 2020 before April 15, 2024 or you will forfeit your refund.

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