Can i mail a check with the 1040x
Yes, you can mail a check with your Form 1040-X, Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return. However, it's recommended to use the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS) to make your payment, as it's a more secure and efficient way to pay your taxes.
If you still prefer to mail a check, make sure to:
- Write your name and address on the check.
- Write "Form 1040-X" and your Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) on the memo line.
- Make the check payable to the "United States Treasury."
- Mail the check and Form 1040-X to the address listed on the instructions for Form 1040-X.
The IRS recommends using a certified mail service, such as USPS Certified Mail, to ensure that your payment is received. You can also use a private delivery service, such as UPS or FedEx, as long as it provides a tracking number.
Keep in mind that if you're making a payment with your amended return, you should make sure to include the payment with your Form 1040-X. If you're making a payment separately, you should include a copy of your Form 1040-X with the payment.
It's also important to note that if you're making a payment with your amended return, you should allow at least 4-6 weeks for processing. If you're making a payment separately, you should allow at least 2-3 weeks for processing.