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posted Jun 5, 2019 11:46:03 PM

Is it okay to file with shortened last name? My last name has 2 names and total length is 21 characters including a space. TurboTax can fit maximum of only 20 characters

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Expert Alumni
Jun 5, 2019 11:46:04 PM

Yes, it is okay to shorten your last name to 20 characters.  

The IRS matches the first four letters of your last name with your social security number so it won't be a problem to shorten it.

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Expert Alumni
Jun 5, 2019 11:46:04 PM

Yes, it is okay to shorten your last name to 20 characters.  

The IRS matches the first four letters of your last name with your social security number so it won't be a problem to shorten it.