File 2019 tax now

[phill00p1]

need to file 2019 taxes

[bluedeb · Accepted solution]

You cannot use the Online version to file a 2019 return. The Online version is only to prepare the current year's tax return (now is for 2020).  You can use the Online version for your 2020 return. 

To file your return with TurboTax you will need to purchase the Desktop version of TurboTax which you install on your computer.  You will need to mail in your 2019 return.

You can purchase the 2019 tax software from TurboTax at the following link:

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

[haun5]

[ DID THEM LAST6 YEAR AND YOU REJECTED 

[haun5]

ALREADY HAVE IT AND FILED 

[haun5]

UYS REJECTED IT NEED ASSISTANCD

[TerukoL]

What rejection code are you receiving? 

An e-file rejection just means that some things on your return don't match the IRS database.

If you received an ACTION NEEDED! email from turbotax@intuit.com, it'll give you a brief explanation of your reject and how to update it. You can also do this:

1. Sign in to your TurboTax account and select Fix my return to see your reject code and explanation.
2. Follow any “fix it” instructions to update the info causing the reject.
3. Select File in the left-hand menu to refile your return, either e-file or file by mail.

Please click How do I fix a rejected return? to see a list of common rejection reasons if a rejection code was not included in your email.

[bluedeb]

@haun5   You are posting a someone else's post with a different question than yours.  You should start your own post so others in the forum can help you.

If you are having trouble you can contact TurboTax Support for more help.

https://support.turbotax.intuit.com/contact/

[pw2222]

if I have to download something then why do you have a site that says file 2019 taxes for free

[CarissaM]

To prepare your 2019 return, please follow the instructions here. 

Turbo Tax offers a free file for the current year, as we have our online software. In order to file a prior year, you need to purchase and download the 2019 software. 

[morganew92]

I purchased the desktop version and it was for 2020.

I paid for it and I got the 2020?

I specifically stated I needed to file 2019 taxes.

any suggestions on how I can get the 2019 download without paying them again?

[VolvoGirl]

Contact Customer Service
5am-9pm Pacific Time
7 days a week
https://support.turbotax.intuit.com/contact/

What is the Turbo Tax phone number
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/using-turbotax/help/what-is-the-turbotax-phone-number/00/25632

[Rayhamilton21]

i purchased the 2019 tax software. how do i download it?

[AshleyLO]

@Rayhamilton21 If you purchased it from TurboTax, the following help article will walk you through how to access your download: How do I download the software I purchased at TurboTax.com?

[Fubear42]

Need help filing 2019

[VolvoGirl]

Sorry, Online for 2019 and prior is closed now so you can not start a new 2019 or prior return or finish one. Online is only for 2020. Oct 15, was the last day to efile.  2019 is now the prior year. If you entered 2019 into the 2020 online version you should clear out your online return so you can use it for 2020.
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/using-turbotax/help/how-do-i-clear-and-start-over-in-turbotax-onli...

Did you start an Online return? How to finish a prior year online return
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/prior-year-return/help/how-do-i-finish-a-prior-year-return-that-i-...

Or How to file a prior year
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/using-turbotax/help/how-do-i-prepare-a-prior-year-tax-return/00/25...

You can only buy the download for prior years. You have to buy a separate program for each year. They only sell the last 3 years. You need a full Windows or Mac computer to install it on. Buy the download here
https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/

You have to print and mail prior year returns. 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 received the return. Don’t forget state.

Important! Mail Federal and State in separate envelopes and mail each year in separate envelopes.

If you are getting a refund, there is not a penalty for filing past the deadline. You have 3 years to file for a refund. 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.

If you want to file for free you can fill out the forms by hand. Here are some basic forms…..

Here is the IRS 2019 Form 1040
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040--2019.pdf

or if you want bigger type use 1040SR for Seniors,
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s--2019.pdf

And 2019 Instructions https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/i1040gi--2019.pdf

2019 Tax and EIC Tables
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/i1040tt--2019.pdf

Sch 1 : https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s1--2019.pdf
Sch 2 : https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s2--2019.pdf
Sch 3 : https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s3--2019.pdf

Then when you do file 2020 enter 0 for the 2019 AGI since you are filing 2019 late.

I have links for other years too.