topic How do I correct my 2020 dependency status for the economic impact tax credit/stimulus payments with the "amend return" function? Is this even possible? in After you file

How do I correct my 2020 dependency status for the economic impact tax credit/stimulus payments with the "amend return" function? Is this even possible?

samwise252 — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 06:44:13 GMT

I recently realized that in 2020 I neither received the covid stimulus payment or the end of year tax break/economic impact payment. I was completely independent in 2020 so I am completely eligible - however, I CANNOT find how to edit this in the 2020 amend feature. Is this possible? What am I missing?

Re: How do I correct my 2020 dependency status for the economic impact tax credit/stimulus payments with the "amend return" function? Is this even possible?

fanfare — Sun, 20 Nov 2022 05:58:27 GMT

Go through the beginning interview about yourself ( and spouse ) again to change this setting.

The only way to change your dependency status on Form 1040-X is to state the new status in Part III Explanation.

i.e. " I am changing to 'no one can claim me' " or 'someone can claim me'.

Then proceed to revise your tax return accordingly.

Continue in Part III with the explanation of your changes.

@samwise252

Re: How do I correct my 2020 dependency status for the economic impact tax credit/stimulus payments with the "amend return" function? Is this even possible?

fanfare — Sun, 20 Nov 2022 05:59:29 GMT

@samwise252

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Re: How do I correct my 2020 dependency status for the economic impact tax credit/stimulus payments with the "amend return" function? Is this even possible?

samwise252 — Sun, 20 Nov 2022 14:54:42 GMT

@fanfare How do I redo the beginning interview? I’m only seeing edits to the existing forms I added

Re: How do I correct my 2020 dependency status for the economic impact tax credit/stimulus payments with the "amend return" function? Is this even possible?

fanfare — Sun, 20 Nov 2022 22:47:34 GMT

I can't give you step-by-step for that.

Maybe @VolvoGirl knows.

@samwise252

Re: How do I correct my 2020 dependency status for the economic impact tax credit/stimulus payments with the "amend return" function? Is this even possible?

VolvoGirl — Sun, 20 Nov 2022 23:00:05 GMT

Are you using the Desktop program to amend? I think you have to. In the Desktop program click on the Personal Info tab. First tab on top left. Then scroll down to #3 and check the NO box that someone can claim you. See screen shot.

Did you not get the Recovery Rebate Credit (3rd Stimulus) because you said you were a dependent? And nobody claimed you as a dependent?