topic How would I change my status from independent to dependent? in After you file

How would I change my status from independent to dependent?

mkellner43 — Tue, 04 Jun 2019 21:14:07 GMT

To change the dependent status within your tax return, pl...

RamonT — Tue, 04 Jun 2019 21:14:09 GMT

To change the dependent status within your tax return, please use the following steps:

Log into TurboTax.com,
Click on Personal Information,
Click on You & Your Family,
Click Edit next to your name ,
You will see you name, D.O.B. and SSN,
Click continue,
On the next screen tilted Does Any of These Apply,
Check or uncheck the third box down that says; Someone else can claim you on their tax return.

Re: To change the dependent status within your tax return, pl

Anonymous — Wed, 05 Feb 2020 05:49:09 GMT

I can't find this option anywhere. In order for my taxes to be accepted I have to change dependent status but don't see the option anywhere.

Re: To change the dependent status within your tax return, pl

VolvoGirl — Wed, 05 Feb 2020 05:52:08 GMT

Go to My Info click EDIT by your name

Then scroll down to #3 Can someone else claim you?

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Gia Marie — Wed, 01 Apr 2020 07:20:24 GMT

YOU ARE THE BEST!! The screenshot helped so much. There is a similar Personal Info area that is being confused with this. Thank you!

Re: How would I change my status from independent to dependent?

farebearr — Tue, 07 Apr 2020 17:47:52 GMT

If I already finished my 2019 taxes, would I have to amend my taxes to change this status?

Re: How would I change my status from independent to dependent?

CassLO — Tue, 07 Apr 2020 17:53:23 GMT

@farebearr Correct, you would need amend your tax return. If the return was already filed, you will need to wait until it has been processed and you have received your refund or confirmation that any tax due was paid. (If you file an amended return while your first return is being processed, it can cause extended delays for both returns)

Amended returns can only be mailed. It is suggested that it be mailed certified with return receipt (or other tracking service) to verify that the IRS receives it.

You can check the status of the amended return here, but allow 3 weeks after mailing.

How do I track my amend status?

If the IRS would reject your return for any reason, then you would be able to go in and make any necessary changes to your tax return and resubmit.

How do I fix a rejected return?

Re: To change the dependent status within your tax return, pl

Bhadiekay56 — Thu, 23 Apr 2020 14:56:11 GMT

how do i get there?? i am so confused

Re: To change the dependent status within your tax return, pl

Bhadiekay56 — Thu, 23 Apr 2020 15:21:29 GMT

How do I get to that page?

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Bhadiekay56 — Thu, 23 Apr 2020 15:22:13 GMT

How do I get to that page? @VolvoGirl

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VolvoGirl — Thu, 23 Apr 2020 15:30:34 GMT

Are you logged into your tax return? Click on Add a State to let you back into your retun.

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tax502 — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 04:08:16 GMT

I surmise that the screen shot is from the online version?

How do I change the status of my daughter (listed on the Personal Info Summary) under You & Your Family as not a dependent this year to dependent?

I am using download/CD version

Ugh! Why is this hard?

Re: To change the dependent status within your tax return, pl

VolvoGirl — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 15:41:14 GMT

Go to Personal Info at the top and Edit or Add a Dependent. Then go though the screens and answer all the questions about them. Did you already add them? Can you get to these 2 screens?

Re: How would I change my status from independent to dependent?

farebearr — Wed, 13 May 2020 16:14:53 GMT

It’s been about 5 weeks since mailing my amendment and I still cannot track it on the irs tracker. Should I take any action?

Re: How would I change my status from independent to dependent?

VolvoGirl — Wed, 13 May 2020 16:17:22 GMT

Just keep waiting. They are not processing mailed returns right now. The mail is stacking up in trailers at the IRS.

See this IRS page for the latest information

https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-operations-during-covid-19-mission-critical-functions-continue

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Schellr — Wed, 13 May 2020 18:54:23 GMT

I need to change my status from dependent to independent. Either one of my parents claimed me. I have not received my stimulus check

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shabegum50004 — Sat, 23 Jan 2021 06:17:22 GMT

have you filed amendment return how did you solve your situation

I am dependent in 2019 and now would like to file as an independent.

Re: To change the dependent status within your tax return, pl...

AnnetteB6 — Sat, 23 Jan 2021 22:20:19 GMT

When you file your personal tax return using TurboTax, there will be a question that comes up early in the process to ask if you if someone else can claim you as a dependent on their return and whether they did claim you as a dependent. If the answer to both of those question is 'no', then you will be filing a tax return of your own without having been claimed.

If you are eligible to be claimed by someone else, such as a parent, then you may wish to discuss this with them before filing your return to be sure that you will not be claimed later.

@shabegum50004