I want to submit my taxes Via E-File but i didnt realize that it didn't auto submit so how to i take my completed forms and submit it

[jacob-williams-l]

I just desperately need my tax return and covid stimulus check so please help

[JohnB5677]

E-filing with TurboTax Online is a three step process.  You will need a credit card, your drivers license, and if you have it, your 2019 tax return.

To start the filing process:

1. Log into TurboTax
2. From the side menu select FILE
3. You'll get the header "just three more steps and we'll file your returns"

As stated there are three steps to file

1. Review your order: Review the TurboTax products you used to prepare your taxes and pay with your federal refund or credit card.
2. Your refund/payment info

   For your Federal and State returns: We’ll help you select your refund and payment methods up next.

3. Get ready to save and file your returns: Choose which returns to file. We're not filing your taxes just yet. It's okay to click Start

The IRS tax deadline is now May 17, 2021, but you don’t have to wait to file. The IRS encourages taxpayers to file as soon as possible, especially those getting a federal refund. 

[jacob-williams-l]

But there is no file option it just says ready to be mailed

[DawnC]

If you printed your taxes to mail them in and went all the way through the File section, when you sign in to TurboTax Online you'll see the Way to go! You filed your 2020 taxes and you won't see a way to change to e-filing. As long as you haven't already mailed your 2020 paper return, you can switch to the e-filing method (through October 15, 2021). However, some states now require e-filing, which means the federal and state must be e-filed together.

Follow the instructions in this link to get back to the Filing section.  But this time, choose e-filing instead of File By Mail.   Do NOT do this if you already mailed the return as it will cause an issue.   

How do I change from mail to e-file in TurboTax Online?