E-filing 2023 Returns

[losttaxer]

Hi,

I downloaded the 2023 TT Software to file my 2023 taxes. Came to Filing step and at first it told me that e-filing is closed for 2023 Tax Season. But next step gave me an option to choose e-filing, and now I'm confused if I'm able to e-file or not. I don't know what will happen after I enter the credit card info to pay the taxes. Will it go through or not?

[xmasbaby0]

You cannot e-file a 2023 return.  E-filing for 2023 has been permanently closed since the end of October 2024.  The only way to file the 2023 return is by mail.   Choose the option to file by mail in the FILE section.  Print, sign and date the returns in ink, and mail them.

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.

[xmasbaby0]

 If you have federal tax due you can pay by mailing your payment with the 1040V voucher, (which has the address printed on it, or you can pay directly on the IRS website. 

https://www.irs.gov/payments

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/tax-payments/help/how-can-i-pay-my-federal-taxes/00/26212

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/tax-payments/help/how-do-i-pay-my-irs-tax-due-with-a-check-or-mone... 

To apply for a payment plan with the IRS

Apply Online for a Payment Plan

You must pay your state tax due using the state’s preferred method of receiving payment.  For most states that will be by making a payment to the state’s own tax website, or by mailing a check or money order.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/state-taxes/contact-state-department-rev...

WHAT IF I CANNOT PAY MY TAX DUE?

https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/tax-payments/pay-taxes/L8aQBCpPO_US_en_U...

[losttaxer]

Thank you, I'm just confused because TT keeps telling me I can e-file and it's better vs. It's just misleading all over the place.

[xmasbaby0]

Ignore the prompts to e-file.  It cannot be done.   Your 2023 return must be filed by mail.