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You cannot file a prior year return with the Online version, it is only for the current tax year. You would need the Desktop software for prior year returns. Prior year returns cannot be e-filed with TurboTax.
For tax years 2018, 2017, or 2016
You'll need to purchase and download the TurboTax software for PC or Mac as TurboTax Online and the mobile app are only available for the current tax year.
After installing the software, open it and follow the onscreen instructions.
Prior year returns must be paper-filed, as e-filing is no longer available. We'll walk you through that process when you get to the File section in the software.
You cannot file a prior year return with the Online version, it is only for the current tax year. You would need the Desktop software for prior year returns. Prior year returns cannot be e-filed with TurboTax.
For tax years 2018, 2017, or 2016
You'll need to purchase and download the TurboTax software for PC or Mac as TurboTax Online and the mobile app are only available for the current tax year.
After installing the software, open it and follow the onscreen instructions.
Prior year returns must be paper-filed, as e-filing is no longer available. We'll walk you through that process when you get to the File section in the software.
To complete and file a 2018 tax return using TurboTax you would need to purchase, download and install on a personal computer one of the 2018 desktop editions from this website - https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/
A 2018 tax return can only be printed and mailed, it cannot be e-filed.
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