Am I able to submit a form 8379 after I've already filed my taxes?

Yes, you can submit Form 8379 by itself if you’ve already filed your return. You have up to three years after the original joint tax return was due to do so, (including any extensions you applied for in that tax year), or two years from the date you last paid any taxes due on the return, whichever is later.

Form 8379 is a stand alone form, there is no need to amend the tax return if you have already filed, simply complete using TurboTax and mail the Form 8379.

• In the search box type injured spouse
• Jump to injured spouse
• Complete and print - Do not amend, but make that selection on the home screen to open return

You will have to flow through the innocent spouse pages first, make no entries until you get to the injured spouse.

Do not include a copy of your filed tax return if you send in Form 8379 by itself. This will only slow things down.