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Can I file state taxes only? I filed an extension for my federal tax return, but I want to file my state taxes now. Why won't TurboTax let me file just state return?

 
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Can I file state taxes only? I filed an extension for my federal tax return, but I want to file my state taxes now. Why won't TurboTax let me file just state return?

You cannot e-file a state return unless the federal return has been e-filed and accepted.  If you want to go ahead and file your state return it will have to be printed, signed and mailed.

**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.**

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Can I file state taxes only? I filed an extension for my federal tax return, but I want to file my state taxes now. Why won't TurboTax let me file just state return?

You cannot e-file a state return unless the federal return has been e-filed and accepted.  If you want to go ahead and file your state return it will have to be printed, signed and mailed.

**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.**
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