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I need a help for my tax return 2018 and 2019

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December 21, 2020
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I am an American citizen and in January 2017 I went back to my country to visit my family and I fell ill with a herniated disc. So I couldn't even walk or work. So I decided to stay there and do traditional treatments. So I didn't know that even if we don't work, I have to do my tax return so I didn't do the 2018 and 2019 one. And here I am I came back to America this month and I wanted to ask for my Economic Impact Payment but I am told that they will not give me because I missed the tax returns of 2018 and 2019. So please what should I do at the end so I can win my Economic Impact Payment because I really need it. and also about my tax returns for 2018 and 2019, what should I do to avoid having a penalty?

Thanks

Best answer by xmasbaby0

@imsambi You do not show the IRS that you did not have income. If you had NO income then you just do not file a tax return. The next round of stimulus checks is on its way (we think) and we can hope for some information from the IRS about how non-filers such as yourself can get the stimulus for 2020. We do not know yet. You do no mention how you have been supported for 2020---can someone else claim you as a dependent? How have you been supported?

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xmasbaby0

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You do not say if you had any income during 2018 or 2019. If you had no income you do not need to file tax returns for those years. If you did have income for 2018 or 2019 you can prepare those returns using desktop software for each year and mail the returns--they cannot be e-filed.

As for the stimulus checks, they were an advance on a credit you can get on your 2020 tax return, so you can still get it when you file your 2020 return if you are eligible for it.

The stimulus check is an advance on a credit you can receive on your 2020 tax return. If something went wrong or you did not get the stimulus check this year, you can get it when you file your 2020 return in early 2021—if you are eligible.It will end up on line 30 of your 2020 Form 1040.

https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/economic-impact-payment-information-center-topic-j-reconciling-on-your-2020-tax-return

https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/coronavirus-tax-relief-and-economic-impact-payments-for-individuals-and-families

Who has to file?

http://www.irs.gov/uac/Do-I-Need-to-File-a-Tax-Return%3F

Online preparation and e-filing for 2017, 2018 and 2019 is permanently closed.

To file a return for a prior tax year

If you need to prepare a return for 2017, 2018, or 2019 you can purchase and download desktop software to do it, then print, sign, and mail the return(s)

https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/

You may also want to explore purchasing the software from various retailers such as Amazon, Costco, Best Buy, Walmart, Sam’s, etc.

Remember to prepare your state return as well—if you live in a state that has a state income tax.

When you mail a tax return, you need to attach any documents showing tax withheld, such as your W-2’s or any 1099’s. Use a mailing service that will track it, such as UPS or certified mail so you will know the IRS/state received the return.

Federal and state returns must be in separate envelopes and they are mailed to different addresses. Read the mailing instructions that print with your tax return carefully so you mail them to the right addresses.

Note: The desktop software you need to prepare the prior year return must be installed/downloaded to a full PC or Mac. It cannot be used on a mobile device.

If you are getting a refund, there is not a penalty for filing past the deadline. If you owe taxes, the interest/penalties will be calculated by the IRS based on how much you owe and when they receive your return and payment. The IRS will bill you for this; it will not be calculated by TurboTax.

**Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**

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imsambiAuthor

Thank you so much for your answer.

But I had no income from January 2017 until now because like I said I was sick. I have hernie discal (L5- S1)on my back. So how can I show them that I don't and I didn't have income from 2017-2018-2019 and 2020? because this year 2020 too I don't have income.

thanks

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xmasbaby0Answer

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@imsambi You do not show the IRS that you did not have income. If you had NO income then you just do not file a tax return. The next round of stimulus checks is on its way (we think) and we can hope for some information from the IRS about how non-filers such as yourself can get the stimulus for 2020. We do not know yet. You do no mention how you have been supported for 2020---can someone else claim you as a dependent? How have you been supported?

**Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**

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454766226

The IRS sent me a notice. They have not received my tax return for 2019. Please advise.

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xmasbaby0

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@454766226 Did the notice from the IRS say you did not file a 2019 tax return or did it say you did not pay your 2019 tax owed? Only your own bank or credit card records can provide proof that you paid your tax, if that is what the notice is about. If you did not file your 2019 return then it has to be filed by mail. It cannot be e-filed. You have to print it, sign it in ink, and mail it in.

When you mail a tax return, you need to attach any documents showing tax withheld, such as your W-2’s or any 1099’s. Use a mailing service that will track it, such as UPS or certified mail so you will know the IRS/state received the return.

Federal and state returns must be in separate envelopes and they are mailed to different addresses. Read the mailing instructions that print with your tax return carefully so you mail them to the right addresses.

If you have federal tax due you can pay by mailing your payment with the 1040V voucher, (which has the address printed on it, having the payment taken out of a designated bank account, or you can pay directly on the IRS website.

https://www.irs.gov/payments/direct-pay

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/tax-payments/help/how-can-i-pay-my-federal-taxes/00/26212

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/tax-payments/help/how-do-i-pay-my-irs-tax-due-with-a-check-or-money-order/00/26403

You must pay your state tax due using the state’s preferred method of receiving payment. For most states that will be by making a payment to the state’s own tax website, or by mailing a check or money order.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1900884-what-are-my-options-for-getting-my-state-refund-or-for-paying-any-state-taxes-i-owe

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1901670-how-do-i-contact-my-state-department-of-revenue

To apply for a payment plan with the IRS

Apply Online for a Payment Plan

**Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**