Can I e-file with a foreign address?
Updated: 4/09/2012
Article ID: GEN12340
Yes. Starting on March 15, 2012, you will be able to e-file a federal tax return with a foreign or U.S. Possession mailing address. Previously, this was not supported in TurboTax.
In addition, you will be able to e-file Arizona, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, Ohio, and Rhode Island tax returns using a foreign address. (States not mentioned don't support foreign-address filing, either because of state regulations or because TurboTax doesn't support it.)
Please note that there are several restrictions regarding foreign-address returns:
- Due to IRS regulations, you will need a U.S. bank account to receive your tax refund.
- Similarly, you'll need a U.S. bank account or credit card to pay owed taxes and product fees.
- TurboTax Refund Card and Refund Processing Services require a U.S. address or APO/FPO/DPO address.
- Free products which require registration in lieu of payment require a U.S. address or APO/FPO/DPO address.
When you enter your mailing address in TurboTax, simply select the appropriate option on the Where Do You Receive Your Mail? screen. TurboTax will populate the correct format and choices for you.
