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Amend 2020 return in 2021

Aussie — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:49:53 GMT

Can I e-file an amended return for 2020 in 2021? If so how? I am in TT version for 2020 and when I try to transmit the amended return electronically it gives me errors saying dates have to be before 12/31/2020. However I also see note in TT that says a change has been made to be able to electronically file prior year amended returns. Am I missing something here or do I have to file by mail as only option?

Re: Amend 2020 return in 2021

DoninGA — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 22:03:41 GMT

Using the personal editions of TurboTax a 2020 federal amended tax return, Form 1040-X, cannot be e-filed it must be printed and mailed.

In the File section of the 2020 TurboTax program change your filing method to File by Mail

Re: Amend 2020 return in 2021

Bsch4477 — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 22:04:51 GMT

You have to mail it.