If you want to make changes after the original tax return has been filed, you must file an amended tax return using a special form called the 1040X, entering the corrected information and explaining why you are changing what was reported on your original return. You don’t have to redo your entire return, either.

How do I amend my stimulus check?

The good news is you can modify or amend your tax return so that your refund check gets paid sooner rather than later. And the IRS just announced this summer that you can do this online via eForm 1040X (don’t file another 1040 standard return).

Will the IRS automatically amend?

IRS will automatically make those changes for you. Also, don’t file an amended return because you forgot to attach tax forms such as Forms W-2 or schedules. If you’re filing an amended tax return to claim an additional refund, wait until you receive your original tax refund before filing Form 1040X.

Do you need to amend your federal tax return?

If you amend your federal income tax return, you’ll likely also need to file an amended tax return with your state. Each state has its own form to amend a tax return.

How to check the status of an amended tax return?

You can check the status of your amended return using the IRS’ Where’s My Amended Return? Wait about three weeks from the date you mailed your return for the information to show up in the IRS system. If you amend your federal income tax return, you’ll likely also need to file an amended tax return with your state.

How long does it take the IRS to process an amended tax return?

Generally you will have to wait 8 to 12 weeks for the IRS to process amended returns since they prioritize regular returns. Also note that the standard”Where’s my refund” service from the IRS does not track amended tax return status’.

Do you need to file an amended tax return in TurboTax?

Updating your capital gains and losses will require Form 8949 and Schedule D, and so on. You can also prepare your amended return in TurboTax. To do this, you need to use the version of TurboTax that applies to the tax year you need to amend. For example, if you need to amend your 2019 tax return, you need to use the 2019 version of TurboTax.