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Not with any DIY programs ... only some professional tax pros can still efile a prior year return.
However if you mailed in the 2020 return the IRS doesn't want you to efile the return as that can cause further processing delays. Paper returns are taking a year or more to process so all you can do is wait your turn if you mailed in the return properly to the correct address.
@kivadkelly-gmail - agree with other comments....WHEN did you file the 2020 return?
The IRS processes in the order received, regardless of tax year.... and appears they are just now processing paper returns received in Feb, 2022.
Interesting-I sent first time April 2021 and I've sent a second attempt either fall of last year or early this year (don't remember)-not sure if that helped or hurt. But the first 2020 return was sent by the due date. Have you heard other people getting their return back now?
Hopefully you sent the returns to the correct address ... did you send it with tracking so you know the IRS got it ?
https://www.irs.gov/filing/where-to-file-paper-tax-returns-with-or-without-a-payment
@kivadkelly-gmail - IRS states they have processed all return (without errors) received prior to Jan, 2022. They process in the order received, regardless of the tax year. It is possible that by sending in the 2nd return, it held up the 1st return. That 2nd return should be processed 6-9 months after it was submitted; I would do NOTHING until that time frame passed.
How long you may have to wait: The IRS understands the importance of timely processing of tax returns and refund issuance. We have processed all error free returns received prior to January 2022 and continue to work the returns that need to be manually reviewed due to errors. We are continuing to reroute tax returns and taxpayer correspondence from locations that are behind to locations where more staff is available, and we are taking other actions to minimize any delays. Tax returns are opened and processed in the order received. As the return is processed, whether it was filed electronically or on paper, it may be delayed because it has a mistake including errors concerning the Recovery Rebate Credit and the Child Tax Credit, is missing information, or there is suspected identity theft or fraud. If we can fix it without contacting you, we will. If we need more information or need you to verify that it was you who sent the tax return, we will write you a letter. The resolution of these issues could take 90 to 120 days depending on how quickly and accurately you respond, and the ability of IRS staff trained and working under social distancing requirements to complete the processing of your return.
What you should do: In most instances, no further action is needed but you may check Where’s My Refund? or you can view your account. If you filed electronically and received an acknowledgement, you do not need to take any further action other than promptly responding to any requests for information. If you filed on paper, check Where’s My Refund? If it tells you we have received your return or are processing or reviewing it, we are processing your return, but it may be under review. If you filed before January 2022 and Where’s My Refund? does not have any information, your return has been opened but work on it has not begun. We’re working hard to get through the carryover inventory. Please don’t file a second tax return or contact the IRS about the status of your return.
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