I haven't filed my 2021 tax return. What can I do?

heather2k9 — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:12:01 GMT

Re: I haven't filed my 2021 tax return. What can I do?

NCperson — Fri, 30 Dec 2022 10:42:44 GMT

@heather2k9 you can purchase a copy of 2021 Turbo Tax that is downloaded to a PC / laptop to complete. THe online version no longer supports 2021. You have until April 15, 2025 to file to claim any refund due you. if you owe, you always owe - there is no date that you are eventually obsolved of taxes owned.

Re: I haven't filed my 2021 tax return. What can I do?

xmasbaby0 — Fri, 30 Dec 2022 15:40:32 GMT

Online preparation and e-filing for 2019 and 2020 and 2021 is permanently closed.

To file a return for a prior tax year

If you need to prepare a return for 2019, 2020 or 2021 you can purchase and download desktop software to do it, then print, sign, and mail the return(s)

https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/

You may also want to explore purchasing the software from various retailers such as Amazon, Costco, Best Buy, Walmart, Sam’s, etc.

Remember to prepare your state return as well—if you live in a state that has a state income tax.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/state-taxes/help/how-do-i-contact-my-state-department-of-revenue/00/25573

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. Use a mailing service that will track it, such as UPS or certified mail so you will know the IRS/state received the return.

Federal and state returns must be in separate envelopes and they are mailed to different addresses. Read the mailing instructions that print with your tax return carefully so you mail them to the right addresses.

Note: The desktop software you need to prepare the prior year return must be installed/downloaded to a full PC or Mac. It cannot be used on a mobile device.

If you are getting a refund, there is not a penalty for filing past the deadline. If you owe taxes, the interest/penalties will be calculated by the IRS based on how much you owe and when they receive your return and payment. The IRS will bill you for this; it will not be calculated by TurboTax.

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