If you need to correct a tax return you've already filed and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has accepted it, you can amend your return in april.
An amended return is used to change a return you’ve already filed. It’s not used to file a tax return for the first time.
Before you file an amended return
Before getting started, make sure that:
Your original return has been accepted by the IRS
You know what needs to change, such as income, credits, or dependents
You have any new or corrected tax documents you'll need
You'll see the File an amendment option in april once your return has been accepted.
How do I file an amended return in april?
After your returns have been accepted, you'll see the File an amendment option.
To amend your return:
Go to Tax home
Select File an amendment under Manage your taxes
Follow the steps to make your changes
Select Review and file, then continue through the remaining steps to submit your amended return
Note: You can file one amended return through april for each tax year. If you need to make additional changes after submitting your amendment, you'll need to file another amended return directly with the IRS or your state's tax agency, if applicable.
What about state tax returns?
If your state return is supported in april, your federal and state amended returns will be submitted together, even if you only made changes to one of them. Since federal changes often impact your state return, be sure to review both before submitting.
State amendment support varies in april. If amendments for your state aren't currently supported in april, you can file an amended return directly with your state's tax agency once you file your federal amended return and it is accepted.
For contact information, see: How do I contact my state?
What to expect after you file
After you submit your amended return, the IRS and your state tax agency (if applicable) will review and process it. Processing times vary, and amended returns typically take longer than original returns. State processing times may differ.
To learn more about processing times, refunds, and how to track your amended return, see: Why is my amended return taking so long?
Key takeaway
If something on your accepted tax return needs to change, you can amend your return in april.
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