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September 8, 2019
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I wanted to amend my taxes. I filled out the paperwork and put it in an envelope to mail. However, I can't remember if I mailed it. Who can I contact about this?

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Employee
September 8, 2019

So you did not use a mailing service that would track it--like UPS or certified mail?

 

A 1040X cannot be e-filed.  It must be printed and mailed.  It will take about 3-4 months for the IRS to process an amended return.  It is a good idea to use a mailing service that will track it, like UPS or certified mail, so you will know it was received.

 

Wait about 3 weeks from mailing and you can check the status of your amended return:

https://www.irs.gov/Filing/Individuals/Amended-Returns-(Form-1040-X)/Wheres-My-Amended-Return-1

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DoninGA
Employee
September 8, 2019

If the amended tax return, Form 1040X, was received by the IRS then the status of the tax return should be shown on the IRS website for amended tax returns - https://www.irs.gov/filing/wheres-my-amended-return

 

If it has been over three weeks since the time you think you mailed the amended return and it is not shown on the IRS website with a status, then go ahead and print, sign, date and mail the return again.  This time use a tracking service from the US post office where you get a receipt when the IRS receives the tax return.