How can I add my child to my taxes but I have already filed them, how do I add my child?

[dallasmacc843]

If I have already filed my taxes for 2019 but forgot to put my child as a dependent, how do I fix that and add my child?

[SMitchen]

I am almost certain you will have to file an amend to change your dependent status if you have already submitted and filed your taxes. Best of luck 

[xmasbaby0]

You cannot change or add anything on the return that you just e-filed, nor can you stop it.  It is too late, just like when you put an envelope in a US mailbox on the corner.

If you left out a W-2, or a dependent, or a 1099 etc…DO NOT change your return while it is pending.  The changes will go nowhere.

Now you have to wait until the IRS either rejects or accepts your return.  If your return is rejected, you will be able to go into your account and make the necessary changes to your tax return and re-submit your return.

 If the IRS accepts your return, however, then you have to wait longer until it has been fully processed and you have received your refund.  THEN you can prepare an amended tax return and mail it in. You have to be able to work from that return exactly the way it was when it was e-filed originally.  You will need to use a form called a 1040X. You cannot e-file an amended return.  They have to be mailed, and it takes about 4 months for the IRS to process an amended return.

 Meanwhile, DO NOT go in and start changing anything on your return in the system, or you will make a mess for yourself.  Sit tight and wait until you see what the IRS does with the return you just e-filed

[faviolaqd]

How can I get the 1040x document?

[SusanY1]

In TurboTax, simply log in to your account or open your tax return and select "I need to amend my return" or similar language to begin the process to prepare Form 1040X.

@faviolaqd