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Didn't file 8606 in 2020 but did pay taxes on distribution

  • February 19, 2024
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In 2020 I converted part of a traditional IRA into a Roth IRA. The distribution is shown on line 4b and taxes were paid on the entire distribution, however, form 8606 showing the distribution was converted to a Roth IRA was not attached.  Vanguard did file form 5498 showing the conversion.  Do I need to file a corrected 1040 for 2020?

    Best answer by DanaB27

    No, you don't need to file the 2020 Form 1040-X since it seems that the taxable part was correctly shown on line 4b.

     

    You can file the 2020 Form 8606 by itself.

     

    Technically you can be fined $50 for failing to file the form on time, but the penalty can be waived if you have reasonable cause. Please see Relief for Reasonable Cause for additional information.

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    DanaB27Answer
    February 21, 2024

    No, you don't need to file the 2020 Form 1040-X since it seems that the taxable part was correctly shown on line 4b.

     

    You can file the 2020 Form 8606 by itself.

     

    Technically you can be fined $50 for failing to file the form on time, but the penalty can be waived if you have reasonable cause. Please see Relief for Reasonable Cause for additional information.

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    kdianneAuthor
    February 22, 2024

    Thanks for your help and the links to the needed documents.