How do I file my 2016 return? Is there a free option?

brownie100584 — Thu, 06 Jun 2019 10:38:02 GMT

The only free option is to get the 2016 forms from the I...

xmasbaby0 — Thu, 06 Jun 2019 10:38:04 GMT

The only free option is to get the 2016 forms from the IRS and file by hand.

No. You cannot use the current online software to prepare a 2016 return. Online preparation and e-filing for 2016 is permanently closed. You have to download 2016 software and then print, sign and mail your return.

To file a return for a prior tax year

Only a 2017 return can be prepared online and e-filed.

If you need to prepare a return for 2014, 2015, or 2016 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/

(if you want to prepare on paper for free: )

PRIOR YEAR FORMS FROM IRS

2016

Form 1040 https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040--2016.pdf

Form 1040 Instructions https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/i1040gi--2016.pdf

Form 1040A https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f1040a.pdf

Form 1040AInstructions https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/i1040a--2016.pdf

Form1040EZ https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040ez--2015.pdf

Form1040EZ Instructions https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i1040ez.pdf

https://www.irs.gov/filing/where-to-file-paper-tax-returns-with-or-without-a-payment

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

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 received the return.

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How do I file my 2016 return? Is there a free option?

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