How do I get file # so when I am done with my taxes I can file instead of being too;d I can't then having to file by mail?

[katyandruss]

I need an IRS file #. Every year I fill out my taxes and am only then told I can't file. How do I get my file #?

[xmasbaby0]

Do you mean your AGI?  You need your 2022 AGI in order to e-file 2023.  It is on line 11 of your 2022 Form 1040.   But.....if you filed 2022 late or amended, the AGI might not be in the system.

Where do I find my AGI?

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/agi/help/how-do-i-find-last-year-s-agi/01/25947

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/prior-year-return/help/how-do-i-access-my-prior-year-return/00/270...

Your 2022 tax return shows your 2022 Adjusted Gross Income  (AGI)  If you filed a joint return then the AGI is the same for each of you.

Form 1040        line 11

If you are using the same TT account that you used last year, you should also be able to find this number in your Tax Home for 2023

If entering the amount from your 2022 tax return does not work, then try entering “0” instead.  If that does not work and you still cannot e-file, then print, sign, and mail your tax return.

You can get a free transcript of your past return from the IRS:  

https://www.irs.gov/individuals/get-transcript

Note: If you filed late or amended your return, your correct 2022 AGI may not be in the system. 

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Note:  If you mail your federal return, you will also need to mail your state return.  You will not be able to e-file your state return.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/3415597-what-if-i-entered-the-correct-agi-and-i-m-still-getting-an...

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it is a good idea to use a mailing service that will track it like UPS or certified mail.  Then you will know the IRS received it.

If you used the wrong AGI, your e-file  be rejected.  When you get the rejection notice, correct it and re-file.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/agi/help/where-do-i-correct-my-agi-in-turbotax-online/00/26311

[JohnB5677]

I think you want to get an IRS ID PIN.  This will allow you to E-file your taxes.

If you wish to get an IP PIN and you don’t already have an account on IRS.gov, you must register to validate your identity. 

The fastest way to receive an IP PIN is by using the online Get an IP PIN tool. 

The IP PIN tool is generally available starting in mid-January through mid-November. Select the button to get started

Get an IRS IP PIN 

You can also get help at your local IRS office  You can contact a Taxpayer Assistance Center Local IRS Office.

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