Forgot to file 2nd W2 a few years ago

[Juanrivera24]

Hello I worked a w2 summer job out of state in California  summer 2021 and only made like 6k and forgot to file it for 2022. I work full time in Texas, do I still

need to file that amount and if so can someone give me detailed steps to do it on my own?

 Thanks!!

[xmasbaby0]

Please explain how long ago "a few years ago" was.   If you are hoping for an income tax refund, any refund from a tax year earlier than 2020 has already been forfeited.  But if you owe tax due, you still need to pay.

[Juanrivera24]

Hi I worked that small job in 2021 summer job and didn’t file it 2022

[xmasbaby0]

You can amend your tax return to add that W-2.

See this TurboTax support FAQ for amending a tax return - https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/tax-return/amend-change-correct-return-a...

[Juanrivera24]

Thanks would this 1040x?

[xmasbaby0]

Yes---an amended return is prepared on a 1040X and it must be filed by mail.  You will not be able to e-file it.

Do not expect quick results from amending. It will take the IRS 4-6 months to process an amended return.  Use a mailing service to track it so you will know they received it when you mail it.

You can watch for information here:

https://www.irs.gov/Filing/Individuals/Amended-Returns-(Form-1040-X)/Wheres-My-Amended-Return-1

[Juanrivera24]

Hello thank you is there a online site that goes step by step with this process? Looks a bit complicated

thanks

[xmasbaby0]

No----You cannot do this online.  You will need to use the downloaded desktop software on a full PC or Mac.

[Juanrivera24]

I mean do you know of any resources to walk me thru the process step by step?

[xmasbaby0]

No.   I do not know of any online service that will walk you step by step through amending your tax return.   The desktop software will have screens that take you step by step.   Or seek local paid tax help.