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What to include when mailing tax returns

taxquestion14 — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 06:46:06 GMT

Hello. This year unfortunately I have to mail my tax return instead of e-filing due to a bug within the TurboTax software that is preventing e-filing (verified already with support). What do I include for both my federal and PA tax returns? I ask because TurboTax guidelines seem to conflict with what can be found online. For Federal, TurboTax says to only include W-2s, however online I am seeing instructions to send W-2s, all 1099s, mortgage statements, etc.

For PA, there are no specific instructions from TurboTax, however I am reading that there are similar requirements: W-2s, all 1099s, mortgage statements, etc.

Re: What to include when mailing tax returns

xmasbaby0 — Tue, 05 Mar 2024 16:22:56 GMT

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.

Re: What to include when mailing tax returns

JulieS — Tue, 05 Mar 2024 16:35:27 GMT

Yes, for your federal return you attach all W-2 forms, but only the 1099s that show tax withheld. You don't have to attach anything like a mortgage interest statement. Keep those for your records.

As far as your Pennsylvania return, here is the instruction from the PA-1040 booklet:

"Federal Forms, W-2, 1099-R, 1099-MISC, 1099-NEC. Photocopies
of your Form(s) W-2 (be sure the information is legible), or your
actual Form(s) W-2. Include a statement to list and total your other
taxable compensation. You must submit photocopies of your Form(s)
1099-R, 1099-MISC, 1099-NEC and other statements that show
other compensation and any PA tax withheld.
NOTE: Do not include copies of Form(s) 1099-DIV, and 1099-INT,
unless the forms show PA income tax withheld"

That means they want the same things, W-2s and 1099s that show state tax withheld.

Re: What to include when mailing tax returns

jadamik — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 22:02:37 GMT

Hi, thanks for asking the question as I had the same issue, but I was not able to confirm the issue with support as they never responded. How did you confirm (with whom - via phone, etc) and what was the issue?

Thanks,

Re: What to include when mailing tax returns

CatinaT1 — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 13:07:20 GMT

We'd love to help you complete your tax return, but need more information. Can you please clarify your question?

Re: What to include when mailing tax returns

TerryE25 — Sun, 23 Mar 2025 22:33:10 GMT

What bug in Turbo Tax? I have to mail forms as it is telling me my last name and SS# don't match records. I have used Turbo Tax for many years and the info is correct.

Re: What to include when mailing tax returns

RachelW33 — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 01:11:18 GMT

I recommend that you get your actual social security card (and spouse's card if you are filing jointly) and double check that it matches exactly what has been entered in the MY INFO section of TurboTax.

This is a matter of your name and SSN not matching the IRS database (or spouse if applicable).

@TerryE25