Need to file 2016 return

[dhurst12]

I need to file my 2016 return...how do I do this?

[xmasbaby0]

Did you already start to prepare it previously online  or do you need to start a brand new 2016 return?

[felco3]

already started it

[gundown123]

brand new

[xmasbaby0]

To file a return for a prior tax year
Only a 2017 return can be prepared online and e-filed.
 If you need to prepare a return for 2014, 2015, or 2016 you can purchase and download desktop software to do it, then print, sign,  and mail the return(s)
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[xmasbaby0]

 You cannot use the current online software to prepare a 2016 return.  Online preparation and e-filing for 2016 is permanently closed.  You have to download 2016 software and then print, sign and mail your return.  If you already paid for your TurboTax software, you can contact customer support to push a download of the software to you.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1899646-what-if-i-missed-the-october-16-filing-deadline 

To finish a prior year return started in TT online:

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/2559403-how-do-i-finish-a-prior-year-return-that-i-started-in-turb

Remember to prepare your state return as well—if you live in a state that has a state income tax.

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.