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How do I file an amended tax return electronically?
Is it possible to e-file amended returns online? If you need to amend tax return(s) that you prepared using an online program, you might be able to prepare an amended return using that program. However, the IRS doesn’t accept e-filed amended returns. You’ll need to print and mail the amendment using Form 1040X.
Where can I fill out a 1040X form online?
To file an amended tax return, you can either e-file or download a paper Form 1040X from www.irs.gov. You must mail the paper form if you choose to paper file.
Can I file 1040X using TurboTax?

When you use TurboTax to prepare your amended return, you don’t need to know all the details. Once you indicate that you’re preparing an amended return, the software will help you fill out Form 1040-X and any supporting forms as you make changes to your income and deductions.
Where can I eFile my amended 2020 taxes?
If you have prepared and eFiled a 2021 Tax Return via eFile.com, you can prepare your amendment right from your eFile.com account – amendments are free on eFile.com. See how to prepare and file a 2021 IRS Tax Amendment on eFile.com.
Can I file a 1040X with TurboTax?
CAN 2021 1040x be filed electronically?

Can I file my Amended Return electronically? If you need to amend your 2019, 2020 and 2021 Forms 1040 or 1040-SR you can now file the Form 1040-X, Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return electronically using available tax software products.
Why can’t I eFile 1040X?
You CANNOT efile an amended return. Also when you amend and put a date to submit, it comes back with an error that the date is not in 2020. So then you need to put another date in 2020 to get around that error.
Is 1040X available for 2021 on TurboTax?
The TurboTax amend process for 2021 will be available soon. When it’s ready, you can e-file your 2021 1040-X. For years prior to 2021, you’ll need to print and mail your amended return.
Can I eFile my 2020 amended tax return TurboTax?
Beginning with the 2019 tax years, amended federal returns are able to be electronically filed. If you filed your return with TurboTax, log into your account and select the tax return that you want to amend and follow the online instructions.
Why can’t I Efile my 1040X?
Can I efile a 1040X for 2020 TurboTax?
Can I use turbotax to e-file Form 1040X for FY 2020 if the original was submitted by a 3rd party? Yes , you can amend your tax return using TurboTax if your original return was down elsewhere. However, you will have to recreate the original return exactly as it was filed as part of this process.
CAN 2021 1040X be filed electronically?
Can 1040X be filed electronically 2021?
How do I eFile my 1040X 2021?
Create a free eFile.com account. Enter your 2021 IRS Tax Return data on the eFile.com tax app. Enter your original data from your IRS accepted return with no changes at this point. Do not attempt to e-File this return as it would be rejected by the IRS as a duplicate.