You may need to mail a paper return to the IRS or state agency if:

• You prefer mail over e-file (personal preference)
• Your e-file was rejected and must be paper-filed to correct the problem^*
• You're filing your return after the October deadline (IRS is no longer accepting e-filed returns)

To print a paper copy of your return:

1. From within your TaxAct return, click Filing > Print Return. 
2. Click Continue and select one of the following options: 

• Federal and State
• Federal Only
• State Only

3. The program will proceed with the interview - enter or review the appropriate information.
4. At the end, you will be prompted to print the return and its filing instructions (if you are also printing a state return, this will be on a separate screen).

Before mailing the return(s), be sure to read the filing instructions. They will include important information such as where to file, what to attach to the return (i.e. W-2s, 1099s, etc.), refund or balance due, information about estimated tax payments, etc.

Notes:

• File your return, schedules, and other attachments on standard size paper. Cutting the paper may cause problems in processing your return.
• ^*If you are paper-filing your return because you were rejected on the filing due date, you should also include an explanation and a copy of the IRS rejection with your paper return. This return would need to be mailed within 10 days of your rejection and no later than April 25th.

Related Links

• Printing Your Return and Individual Forms