Does an amended return count against the limit of 5 federal filings?

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April 5, 2022
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When using Turbo Tax, if I electronically submit my Federal return, then electronically submit an amended Federal return, does that count as 2 federal filings? I think the answer is 'Yes', but would like positive confirmation.

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LeonardS

No, an amended return does not count against the limit of 5 federal filings. The amended return is not filing a new return.

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jtashiro1Author

Interesting. I had asked because I was unable to electronically submit a 5th return today, after submitting 4 + 1 amended return (Turbo Tax Mac). I assumed the amended return counted as a federal filing.

To workaround, I purchased a Turbo Tax Windows license and was able to load the return and submit electronically.

It sounds like there is a bug in Turbo Tax Mac federal filing count logic.

MichelleLO

Please reach out to TurboTax Customer Support for assistance with this issue. Support will be able to review your account and confirm how many e-filed returns you submitted.

What is the TurboTax phone number?

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CatinaT1

Here's how: How do I switch from e-file to file by mail in TurboTax Online?

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PaulaM

Employee

You might see the 5 efile limit message prior to efiling. If you are certain you have not efiled 5 returns, select the 'continue' button if you are ready to efile. @cxy007

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cxy007

This is what I see now. The issue is that I see a submit button yesterday, but I didn't click it. I just tried to review it again. After a couple of times, now it shows this. So in general, when will the number of filing limit get count? How do I know the actual "5" e filed returns? I think they should be cancelled. I have mail the amend manually. But I am sharing with my families and they might hit this message I think.

IsabellaG

Employee

You can check your e-file history in TurboTax Desktop by clicking on File in the top left-hand corner of your screen, selecting Electronic Filing, then choosing Show Electronic Filing Status History.