I need to file a tax form 540 for 2006. How can I do that?

[VolvoGirl]

Here is a link to California 2006 forms if it copies right

https://www.ftb.ca.gov/Archive/Forms/2006/index.shtml

[DoninGA]

Go to this California FTB website for 2006 state forms, schedules and instructions - https://www.ftb.ca.gov/Archive/Forms/2006/index.shtml

Note that filing a tax return for 2006 that includes a tax refund will not be paid as the tax return being filed is beyond the statute of limitations for prior year tax refunds.

[lauren4897]

Can I file this on Turbo Tax?

[VolvoGirl]

Sorry No.  Turbo Tax only sells the last 3 years.  You might need to go to a local tax place or accountant.

[Lisa995]

Is CA asking for a 2006 tax return?

[SweetieJean]

or do you really mean 2016?

[diamel coker]

how do i file without my federal income tax information?

[xmasbaby0]

@diamel coker You have posted to an old thread that does not seem to be related to your issue.   What federal information do you not have?   Your W-2('s)?   1099's?   

You have to obtain your income information from your employers.   TurboTax cannot get that for you.   So call, email, snail mail or drop in on past employers to get your income information.   Or get a wage and income transcript from the IRS ----it will only show information that was reported for a federal return---not for your state.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/2561916-how-can-i-get-a-copy-of-my-w-2

https://www.irs.gov/individuals/get-transcript

Did anyone issue a 1099 to you?   There are over a dozen kinds of 1099's.  A 1099NEC is typically issued by an individual or business for whom you performed work as an independent contractor, so seek a copy from them if you did not save yours.  Many of the other types of 1099's are issued by banks, brokerages and other financial institutions from which you can seek copies.

And....you are too late to use online TurboTax to prepare a tax return for 2021 (or any earlier year.)    The only way to use TurboTax now is to purchase and download the software to a full PC or Mac.   Then the return has to filed by mail since e-filing is closed.

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/0... 

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.