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Filing 2020 Tax Return

seanebel — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:38:16 GMT

Hello,

I am filing my 2020 tax federal tax return late. I have the desktop program downloaded and completed my return information. However, when I attempt to E-file it tells me filing season is over. Am I doing something wrong or do old tax returns have to be mailed in?

Re: Filing 2020 Tax Return

VolvoGirl — Sat, 02 Jul 2022 22:17:27 GMT

Sorry yes you have to print and mail prior year returns from Turbo Tax. Just ignore the efile error message. At least you don't have to pay the $25 to efile a state return.

Re: Filing 2020 Tax Return

NCperson — Sat, 02 Jul 2022 22:46:21 GMT

@seanebel but do note that the IRS processed tax returns in the order received, regardless of tax year. Best to assume the return will take 6-9 months from the date it is mailed to be processed Suggest bring to the post office and pay for the tracing so you are confident it was received.