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Returning Member
posted Mar 19, 2020 3:36:09 PM

I'm trying to file for federal extension. At the end of the process, TT online button says "Transmit My Returns". Why? This is an extension. I'm hesitant to click.

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Level 15
Mar 19, 2020 3:40:41 PM

If you did not prepare a complete return, then it means your extension is going to be transmitted.

Level 15
Mar 19, 2020 3:57:16 PM

Not sure why that is stating transmit returns, the following FAQ might help you.

 

How do I file an IRS extension (Form 4868) in TurboTax Online?

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/extensions/help/how-do-i-file-an-irs-extension-form-4868-in-turbotax-online/00/25999

 

I don't know but maybe file an extension outside of your account by using TurboTax Easy Extension.

https://turbotax.intuit.com/irs-tax-extensions/

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Since we cannot get into your account or see any information, if you are still having problems you might want to contact TurboTax Support.

 

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

 

3 Replies
Level 15
Mar 19, 2020 3:40:41 PM

If you did not prepare a complete return, then it means your extension is going to be transmitted.

Returning Member
Mar 19, 2020 3:50:30 PM

That is my hesitation.

My return is 90% done.

I want TT to just file for an extension.

The top of the page I worked up to says "Turbotax extension consent agreement"  but the button says "Transmit my return now".  So the page seems inconsistent.

The button should say "Transmit my extension now"
If I click it, I'm not sure what it would do.

Level 15
Mar 19, 2020 3:57:16 PM

Not sure why that is stating transmit returns, the following FAQ might help you.

 

How do I file an IRS extension (Form 4868) in TurboTax Online?

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/extensions/help/how-do-i-file-an-irs-extension-form-4868-in-turbotax-online/00/25999

 

I don't know but maybe file an extension outside of your account by using TurboTax Easy Extension.

https://turbotax.intuit.com/irs-tax-extensions/

---------------------------

Since we cannot get into your account or see any information, if you are still having problems you might want to contact TurboTax Support.

 

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