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June 5, 2019
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I have already filed for my refund but it has not been accepted yet. I filed as an independent when I should have filed as a dependent. How can I change this?

  • June 5, 2019
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Best answer by KennethB

You will need to see if the first filing is accepted.  If it is, then you will need to file an amended return (IRS Form 1040x) to show that you are being claimed as a dependent.  See the instructions below from TurboTax on how to file an amended return.

If the first filing is rejected, then you will need to correct the filing for the errors that caused the rejection, change to show that you were claimed as a dependent, and re-file the return.

If your return is accepted and you have to amend, the person(s) claiming you as a dependent may experience a delay in the processing of their return if they electronically file.

See below for instructions from TurboTax on how to amend your income tax return!

Click or tap a tax year for specific amending instructions.

  • 2017 - instructions will be available in late January or early February 2018
  • 2016
  • 2015
  • 2014

GEN12781

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KennethBAnswer
June 5, 2019

You will need to see if the first filing is accepted.  If it is, then you will need to file an amended return (IRS Form 1040x) to show that you are being claimed as a dependent.  See the instructions below from TurboTax on how to file an amended return.

If the first filing is rejected, then you will need to correct the filing for the errors that caused the rejection, change to show that you were claimed as a dependent, and re-file the return.

If your return is accepted and you have to amend, the person(s) claiming you as a dependent may experience a delay in the processing of their return if they electronically file.

See below for instructions from TurboTax on how to amend your income tax return!

Click or tap a tax year for specific amending instructions.

  • 2017 - instructions will be available in late January or early February 2018
  • 2016
  • 2015
  • 2014

GEN12781