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How do I access my taxes from 2020? I haven't filed taxes since then and I'm not able to access them on here now. I keep getting taken back to filling out current returns

codytre — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:00:36 GMT

Re: How do I access my taxes from 2020? I haven't filed taxes since then and I'm not able to access them on here now. I keep getting taken back to filling out current returns

DoninGA — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 16:09:49 GMT

To access your prior year online tax returns sign onto the TurboTax website with the User ID you used to create the account - https://myturbotax.intuit.com/

Start the 2022 online tax return by entering some personal information then click on Tax Home on the left side of the screen.

On the Tax Home webpage -

Scroll down to the section Your tax returns & documents. Click on the Year and Click on Download/print return (PDF)

If you used the desktop CD/Download editions installed on your computer, the only copy of your tax data file and any PDF's will be on the computer where the return was created. TurboTax does not store online any returns completed using the desktop editions.

Or go to this IRS website for free federal tax return transcripts - https://www.irs.gov/individuals/get-transcript

For a fee of $43 you can get a complete federal tax return from the IRS by completing Form 4506 - http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f4506.pdf

Re: How do I access my taxes from 2020? I haven't filed taxes since then and I'm not able to access them on here now. I keep getting taken back to filling out current returns

xmasbaby0 — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 17:15:01 GMT

And..since you say you have not prepared a tax return since tax year 2020, if you need to prepare and file a 2021 return:

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.

The online program can be used for a 2022 return until mid-October 2023, and then online for 2022 returns will close down and you will not be able to e-file. If you wait past mid-October to prepare your 2022 return you will need to file by mail. If you e-file it before then, when it asks for a 2021 AGI, use zero, since there will not be a 2021 AGI in the system for you.