1040 processing

rootsmusic — Tue, 22 Sep 2020 21:24:54 GMT

I mailed my 1040 on 7/10/2020, but it hasn't been processed by the IRS. Is this processing delay normal for this year? I want to amend it, but I can't do so until my original 1040 is processed. What should I do? Thanks.

Re: 1040 processing

xmasbaby0 — Tue, 22 Sep 2020 21:26:06 GMT

MAILED RETURNS

The IRS has just started to work through millions of mailed returns that have been piling up in trailers during the pandemic. All you can do is watch the IRS refund site to see when your return makes it to the surface and goes into processing. Sorry.

Per the IRS website IRS Operations During COVID-19: Mission-critical functions continue:

IRS operational status and alternatives

Processing Delays for Paper Tax Returns: Taxpayers should file electronically through their tax preparer, tax software provider, or IRS Free File.

We’re experiencing delays in processing paper tax returns due to limited staffing. If you already filed a paper return, we will process it in the order we received it.

Do not file a second tax return or contact the IRS about the status of your return.

If you mail a tax return (or a payment) to the IRS, it is a good idea to use a mailing service that will track it like UPS or certified mail so you will know it was received.

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.

TurboTax will not know anything about your mailed return, and will continue to show “Ready to Mail” on your account. TurboTax will not know that you put your tax return in an envelope and took it to a mailbox. TurboTax does not get updates on mailed (or e-filed) returns.

When the IRS finally opens its mail and begins to process mailed returns you can check the status on the IRS site. https://www.irs.gov/refunds

State returns have to be mailed to the state.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1899433-how-do-i-track-my-state-refund

Re: 1040 processing

xmasbaby0 — Tue, 22 Sep 2020 21:28:09 GMT

Do NOT amend until your first return has been fully processed. You have three years to amend a tax return. If you send in an amended return before the IRS has processed the original return it can cause confusion and even more delay. Be patient--eventually they will process your mailed return and then you can amend.

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