How to Amend (Update or Correct) a 2011 Tax Return

If you've filed your 2011 return, but need to add a W-2 or a new form you've received, you'll need to amend (correct) your tax return.

You can do this ONLY if both of these are true:

• You've already filed, and
• You've received confirmation, if you e-filed, from the IRS or state taxing agency that your return was accepted.

Note: You cannot email your amended federal and/or state returns. You must mail them. The mailing addresses you'll need will print out with your returns.

The IRS takes eight to 12 weeks to process amended returns. State timelines vary.

To get started amending your return, please see this helpful video:

 

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If you filed using TurboTax Online:

1. Go to the homepage and Sign In at the orange box. Or click here to open your account.
2. Can't log in? Go to Lost Your TurboTax Online Login?
3. Once you've signed in, select Continue a 2011 Return.
4. On a screen that says "Welcome Back," look under "We can help you . . ." and select Amend a return that was filed and accepted.

If you filed using TurboTax Desktop/CD/Download version:

1. Open your return.
2. Under the Federal Taxes tab, select Other Tax Situations, then Amend a Return.

Instructions on how to amend your return will ALSO be presented when you are in your return and will be tailored for your particular requirement.

Once you've started to amend, just follow the instructions on the screens for these situations:

• Entering, changing or deleting a W-2
• Entering or changing your tuition expense, found on Form 1098-T, Tuition Statement
• Entering or changing your student loan interest, found on Form 1098-E, Student Loan Interest Statement

For all other reasons to amend, you will be able to view a video and also print instructions once you have indicated why you are amending.

IMPORTANT: Remember that you must already be in your return to follow these instructions.

But if you are unable to view the instructions and video while in the product, you can see them below.

Amending a 2010 Return to Add, Change or Remove a Dependent

Amending a 2010 Return to Add, Correct or Remove a 1099-R

Amending a 2010 Return to Add, Correct or Remove a Form 1099-MISC

Amending a 2010 Return to Add, Correct or Remove a Form 1099-B

Amending a 2010 Return to Add, Change or Remove a Form 1099 Other (1099-INT, 1099-DIV, 1099-OID)

Amending a 2010 Tax Return for Homebuyer Credit

Amending a 2010 Tax Return for Other or Multiple Reasons