Can i file last years return without paying upfront for the software?

[kac-trillor4life]

i am trying to find a way to file my 2022 taxes before i file this years taxes but keep being redirected to paying 80 bucks up front for the software. i meed help?

[SharonD007]

You can't get TurboTax free to prepare a prior-year's tax return. You would have to purchase TurboTax Desktop and and download it to your computer.  

For more information, review the TurboTax Help article Can I prepare and file just my state return using TurboTax? and How do I file a 2022, 2021, or 2020 tax return?

[Bsch4477]

You can’t file 2022 returns online You have to buy the desktop disc or download version. 

[xmasbaby0]

Sorry--no.   If you want to use TurboTax for a past year return the only way is to purchase the CD/download and pay for it before you can use it.   You will need a full PC or Mac--no kind of mobile device.   

There might be other free software programs that you can google and find to prepare a past year tax return, but you have to pay to use a prior year TurboTax product.

Online preparation and e-filing for 2020, 2021, and  2022 is permanently closed.

To file a return for a prior tax year

 If you need to prepare a return for 2020, 2021, or 2022  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.