An amended tax return is a document filed with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to make changes to a previously filed tax return. It may be used to correct errors, report additional income or deductions, or claim a different filing status. Amended tax returns can be filed electronically or by mail. The IRS generally has three years from the date the original return was filed to audit an amended return. However, the IRS may have more time to audit an amended return if the taxpayer omitted more than 25% of their gross income from the original return.
There are many reasons why a taxpayer may need to file an amended tax return. Some of the most common reasons include: