Yes, you can still file your 2019 taxes in 2022. The IRS has extended the deadline to file 2019 tax returns to July 17, 2023. This means you have until this date to claim any refunds you may be owed.
Why File Your 2019 Taxes Now?
Even if you don’t owe any taxes, it’s important to file your 2019 tax return to claim any refunds you may be eligible for. The IRS estimates that over $1 billion in unclaimed refunds are waiting to be claimed by taxpayers who haven’t filed their 2019 returns.
What Refunds Can You Claim?
You may be eligible for a refund if you:
- Overpaid your taxes
- Claimed certain tax credits, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or the Child Tax Credit
- Had federal income tax withheld from your paychecks
How to File Your 2019 Taxes
You can file your 2019 taxes online, by mail, or through a tax professional.
To file online:
- Use a tax preparation software, such as TurboTax or H&R Block.
- Visit the IRS website at www.irs.gov and click on the “File Your Taxes” link.
To file by mail:
- Download the appropriate tax forms from the IRS website or order them by calling 1-800-TAX-FORM (1-800-829-3676).
- Complete the forms and mail them to the IRS address listed on the forms.
What if You Miss the Deadline?
If you miss the July 17, 2023 deadline to file your 2019 taxes, you will forfeit any refund you may be owed. However, you may still be able to file a late return to avoid penalties and interest charges.
Need Help Filing Your Taxes?
If you need help filing your 2019 taxes, you can contact the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 or visit the IRS website at www.irs.gov. You can also find free tax preparation assistance at many community centers and libraries.
Additional Information
For more information on filing your 2019 taxes, please visit the following resources:
- IRS website: www.irs.gov
- TurboTax website: www.turbotax.intuit.com
- H&R Block website: www.hrblock.com
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FAQ
What happens if I forgot to file my 2019 taxes?
Can 2019 tax returns still be filed electronically?
How many years back can you file a tax return?
Can I still file my 2019 taxes electronically in 2022 TurboTax?
How do I file a 2022 tax return?
How do I file a 2022, 2021, or 2020 tax return? To file a new prior-year return, you’ll need to purchase and download that year’s TurboTax software for PC or Mac , as TurboTax Online and the mobile app are only available for the current tax year. (Note: Returns for tax years 2019 and earlier are no longer eligible to be filed through TurboTax.)
Should you prepare your 2022 tax return before the end of the year?
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers to take simple steps before the end of the year to make filing their 2022 federal tax return easier. With a little advance preparation, a preview of tax changes and convenient online tools, taxpayers can approach the upcoming tax season with confidence.
What happens if you don’t file your 2022 tax return?
Tax day for 2022 has passed. But another deadline looms for people who may be sitting on refunds because they have yet to file 2019 tax returns that were due in the early days of the pandemic. If they don’t file by the final cutoff of July 17, the U.S. Treasury keeps the money.
When is the 2019 tax return deadline?
The IRS extended the deadline for 2019 tax returns to July 17, 2023. Taxpayers usually have three years to file and claim their tax refunds. The three-year deadline for filing 2019 returns to claim a refund was in 2022, but the IRS postponed the deadline to July 17, 2023, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.