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2 of my w-2’s are 2018 and 1 is 2019. Do I submit all 3 together?

 
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2 of my w-2’s are 2018 and 1 is 2019. Do I submit all 3 together?

NO, you cannot add 2018 W2's to your 2019 return.  You would need to file a 2018 return & enter your income.

 

You cannot file a previous years return with the Online version, the Online version is only to file the current years tax return.

 

Prior year returns cannot be e-filed with TurboTax.  To file your 2018 return with TurboTax you will need to use the 2018 Download software (or go to the IRS website for prior year forms).  To purchase the software from TurboTax go to the following website.

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

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2 of my w-2’s are 2018 and 1 is 2019. Do I submit all 3 together?

NO!!!!!!    Never combine income from different years on the same tax return.  The online software program is ONLY for 2019 income----no other year.   Only the 2019 W-2 gets entered using online.

 

Online preparation and e-filing for 2018 is permanently closed.

To file a return for a prior tax year

If you need to prepare a return for 2016, 2017, or 2018 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/

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

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.

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.

 

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1900990-how-do-i-file-a-prior-year-tax-return

**Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**

2 of my w-2’s are 2018 and 1 is 2019. Do I submit all 3 together?

NO, you cannot add 2018 W2's to your 2019 return.  You would need to file a 2018 return & enter your income.

 

You cannot file a previous years return with the Online version, the Online version is only to file the current years tax return.

 

Prior year returns cannot be e-filed with TurboTax.  To file your 2018 return with TurboTax you will need to use the 2018 Download software (or go to the IRS website for prior year forms).  To purchase the software from TurboTax go to the following website.

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

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