How do I file 2021 and 2022 Federal Taxes using the free online Turbo Tax?

[Mike9241]

2021 is no longer available for online preparation. you need to buy the CD or download the app to a full PC or MAC.

If you started your 2022 return in TurboTax Online, you generally have until October 31 to file your return online, but it may be subject to late filing fees. If your 2022 return is in rejected status, you'll have some extra time to fix and resubmit it to the IRS without being subject to late filing fees. After October 31, 2023, you can't start, finish, or e-file new 2022 returns in TurboTax Online. You'll need to use TurboTax CD/download, and then mail your return. Some exceptions may apply for amending and resubmitting rejected 2022 returns previously filed through TurboTax Online.

[KCRycheck]

thanks Mike9241!

[VolvoGirl · Accepted solution]

You can do 2022 online now for free if you hurry.  Efiling will close soon.

FOR 2021.......To do a prior year return you have to buy the Desktop program here,
https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products
You will need a full Windows or Mac to install it on.

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

Here is the IRS 2021 Form 1040
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040--2021.pdf

or if you want bigger type use 1040SR for Seniors,
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s--2021.pdf

And 2021 Instructions
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/i1040gi--2021.pdf

2021 Tax and EIC Tables
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/i1040tt--2021.pdf

Sch 1 : https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s1--2021.pdf
Sch 2 : https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s2--2021.pdf
Sch 3 : https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s3--2021.pdf

Then when you do file 2022 enter 0 for the 2021 AGI since you are filing 2021 late.

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.

[xmasbaby0]

You only have until October 16 to use online TurboTax to prepare your 2022 return.   After that deadline, online preparation and e-filing for 2022 will close down.  After the deadline you will need the CD/download on a full PC or Mac, and the 2022 return will have to be filed by mail.    Since you have not filed 2021, you will need to use "zero" when it asks you for a 2021 AGI to e-file 2022.   If using zero does not work, you will have to print, sign and mail 2022.

[KCRycheck]

Thanks Volvogirl! Saved me!