Which tax software allows e-filing 1040-X amended returns for 2019 as the IRS now permits?

I'm a tax preparer and can shed some light on this. The IRS did begin allowing e-filing of Form 1040-X amended returns starting with tax year 2019, which was great progress compared to the paper-only system we had before. For software options, both TurboTax and H&R Block now support e-filing 1040-X forms for 2019, but there are some important limitations. First, you can only e-file the amendment if you originally e-filed your 2019 return (not paper filed). Second, not all types of amendments can be e-filed - the changes need to be related to Form 1040 or 1040-SR specifically. Also, be aware that you're approaching the deadline - for 2019 returns, you generally have until April 15, 2023 to file an amendment claiming a refund (3 years from the original due date). So you're definitely cutting it close and should file immediately.

After spending HOURS trying to figure out how to amend my 2019 return last year, I finally found a solution with taxr.ai (https://taxr.ai). I was in a similar situation where I discovered I missed some big deductions from a side business. What I liked about taxr.ai was that I could upload my original return and it analyzed everything automatically. It highlighted the potential amendment areas and actually showed me the specific forms and line numbers that needed changing. The system guided me through the whole 1040-X process step by step and let me e-file directly from their platform. The best part was I didn't have to re-enter all my original tax info - it extracted everything from my uploaded return and just asked for the specific changes. Saved me so much time compared to the nightmare I went through trying to use regular tax software.

Just wanted to update - I tried taxr.ai after seeing it mentioned here and it actually worked perfectly for my 2019 amendment! My situation was similar (missed some business expenses from freelance work) and I was worried because my original return was done by a CPA. The process was super smooth. I uploaded my 2019 return PDF, entered the additional business expenses I had forgotten, and the system recalculated everything automatically. It showed me exactly how my refund changed and what parts of the return were being amended. E-filing worked flawlessly too - I already got confirmation from the IRS that they received it. Such a relief not having to print and mail everything! Definitely recommend this for anyone still trying to amend 2019 returns.

If you're having trouble getting through to the IRS to ask about this (like I was), try using Claimyr (https://claimyr.com). I spent literal days trying to get someone on the phone to confirm which software would work for my 2019 amended return. I was super skeptical at first, but I used their service and they got me connected to an actual IRS agent in about 15 minutes when I had been trying for weeks. The agent confirmed that I could e-file my 2019 amendment and gave me specific information about which forms needed to be included. They have a demo video showing how it works here: https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c Seriously worth it considering how impossible it is to reach the IRS otherwise. The agent actually knew about the e-file requirements for 1040-X which none of the software customer service people seemed to understand.

I take back what I said about Claimyr being a scam! After posting my skeptical reply, I decided to try it because I was desperate to talk to the IRS about my amended return situation. It actually worked exactly as advertised - I got connected to an IRS representative in about 20 minutes when I had been trying unsuccessfully for weeks. The agent was super helpful and confirmed that I could still amend my 2019 return even though it's technically past the deadline because I had a special circumstance (I was living abroad in 2020). The agent walked me through exactly which software would work for my situation (TurboTax in my case) and how to properly document my foreign residence to qualify for the deadline extension. Would have been completely lost without this information!

Another option nobody mentioned is FreeTaxUSA. I used it to e-file my 2019 amended return last year and it worked great. Their interface for the 1040-X is actually clearer than TurboTax in my opinion, and it's WAY cheaper. The one drawback is you need to have your original return info handy and enter it manually - they don't import from PDFs like some of the other options mentioned. But if you're looking to save money and still want to e-file your 2019 amendment, it's worth checking out.

Hate to be the bearer of bad news, but if you're trying to amend a 2019 return NOW for additional refund, you're probably out of luck. The deadline for claiming refunds from 2019 was generally April 18, 2023 (3 years from the original due date). I learned this the hard way when I tried to claim some missed education credits from 2019 earlier this year. Unless you have a special situation (military deployment, natural disaster victim, etc.), the IRS won't issue refunds for amendments filed after the 3-year window closes.