If you want to file an amended tax return after IRS accepted your tax return due to a missing document, then you will want to wait until your original tax return is processed by the IRS. If you are receiving a refund, you should wait until the check is issued. Amended returns must be filed by mail. The article below has the specific 2016 instructions to amend a return.https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3288565When you mail Form 1040-X you should include the following forms:The new (amended) Form 1040Any forms or schedules that were added or changed as a result of preparing the amendmentPlease note that 1040-X cannot be e-filed - you will need to mail a paper return. It takes the IRS at least 2 - 3 months (and sometime up to 6 months) to process amended returns. Also, depending on whether the changes affect your numbers, you may also be required to file an amended return with your state. The mailing address for your state and situation can be found at https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i1040x.pdf. Look under Where to File on page 14.

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I just recieved a 1098-T after I filed I amended my tax form and not sure if I did it right or what I need to do now.

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If you want to file an amended tax return after IRS accepted your tax return due to a missing document, then you will want to wait until your original tax return is processed by the IRS. If you are receiving a refund, you should wait until the check is issued. Amended returns must be filed by mail.

The article below has the specific 2016 instructions to amend a return.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3288565

When you mail Form 1040-X you should include the following forms:

The new (amended) Form 1040
Any forms or schedules that were added or changed as a result of preparing the amendment

Please note that 1040-X cannot be e-filed - you will need to mail a paper return. It takes the IRS at least 2 - 3 months (and sometime up to 6 months) to process amended returns. Also, depending on whether the changes affect your numbers, you may also be required to file an amended return with your state.

The mailing address for your state and situation can be found at https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i1040x.pdf. Look under Where to File on page 14.