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Using Tubotax ONLY for dependent returns

dostrower — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:52:16 GMT

I had a professional prepare my taxes. But I need to file separate returns for dependents.

Is it possible to use TurboTax for this purpose?
If so, what is the best way to go about it without having to enter all my information? How do I just "skip" to doing dependent returns?

Re: Using Tubotax ONLY for dependent returns

fanfare — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 13:40:09 GMT

you don't enter your information for a dependent's tax return.

TurboTax Online only supports one tax return.

You might want to consider TurboTax CD/download that allows unlimited tax returns.

OR
see IRS free file program to get free filing for those who qualify.

Re: Using Tubotax ONLY for dependent returns

xmasbaby0 — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 13:43:11 GMT

You received some good suggestions above. For further information:

MY DEPENDENT HAD A JOB

If your dependent has a W-2 for his after-school job, summer job, etc. you do not include the information on your own return. You can still claim your child as a dependent on your own return. He/she can file his own return for a refund of some of his withheld wages (he won’t get back anything for Social Security or Medicare), but MUST indicate on it that he can be claimed as a dependent on someone else’s return. (Supervise this closely or prepare it for him!)

If your dependent’s earnings were over $400 and were reported on a 1099Misc or 1099NEC then he must file a return and pay self-employment tax for Social Security and Medicare.

You might also want to use free software from the IRS Free File versions:

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