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Can I file an amended Form 1040-X electronically?

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Can I file an amended Form 1040-X electronically?

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Yes, you can file an amended Form 1040-X electronically. According to the instructions for Form 1040-X, electronic filing is available for amending Forms 1040 and 1040-SR for the year 2020 and later, and Forms 1040-NR for the year 2021 and later. You can use tax filing software to file Form 1040-X electronically. Additionally, the instructions specify that you must sign the return electronically using a personal identification number (PIN) and provide any required identity protection personal identification numbers (IP PINs) if applicable.

Sources:
Publication 17 (2023)
Instructions for Form 8975 and Schedule A (Form 8975) (12/2020)
Instructions for Form 1040-NR-EZ (2019)
1040 (2023)
Instructions for Form 1040-X (01/2023)
Instructions for Form 1065-X (08/2023)
Instructions for Form 943-X (02/2023)

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