2021 Tax Software
Prior Year Tax Filing
2020 Tax Software
Prior Year Tax Filing
2019 Tax Software
Prior Year Tax Filing
2018 Tax Software
Prior Year Tax Filing
The IRS is no longer processing refunds for 2018. You must have filed your return within 3 years of the return due date to claim a refund.
2017 Tax Software
Prior Year Tax Filing
The IRS is no longer processing refunds for 2017. You must have filed your return within 3 years of the return due date to claim a refund.
2016 Tax Software
Prior Year Tax Filing
The IRS is no longer processing refunds for 2016. You must have filed your return within 3 years of the return due date to claim a refund.
2015 Tax Software
Prior Year Tax Filing
The IRS is no longer processing refunds for 2015. You must have filed your return within 3 years of the return due date to claim a refund.
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Print Prior Year Returns
If you filed with Express1040, you can access and print your returns for the past seven years by logging into your 2021 account.
Print Prior Year Returns
Request Copy From IRS
If you aren't a Express1040 customer, you can still get a copy of your prior year return from the IRS.
IRS Form 4506
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File Prior Year Taxes
You can still prepare taxes for prior years. Many people who file late tax returns have refunds waiting for them. To find out what's waiting for you, we'll help you prepare and mail your tax returns.
Our software can prepare 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 tax returns.
How do I file back tax returns?
Gather your tax documents
Brush the dust off those old tax forms from yesteryear. If you're missing something, file the 4506-T form to get a copy from the IRS.
File on Express1040
File your taxes online using Express1040's prior year tax software. You can prepare and mail 2015-2021 tax returns.
Mail your forms
Once you finish preparing your prior year returns, mail them to the IRS. It takes a few weeks for your returns to be processed.
Get your refund
Most people with old tax returns have a refund waiting. File now to claim your refund before it expires.
Express1040 Prior Year Features
Get Your Maximum Refund
We'll help you get the biggest refund the fastest way possible.
Always Free Federal
File your federal taxes for free, no matter how complex your return is.
Deluxe
Get more peace of mind and more assistance when you file.
Safe and Secure
Your information is private and secure on our site.
Returning User Advantage
Free account roll-over and back-ups of completed tax returns are included.
Fast Customer Support
We answer your questions through email and the account message center.
Guaranteed 100% Accurate
We check for errors as you go. All calculations are guaranteed accurate.
Free Federal Filing
Always Free, Always Accurate
Our free federal service covers tax situations from simple to complicated. We support financial forms like investment, self-employed, and rental income. Common life events like having a child, going to school, and buying/selling a home are also covered for free.
Filing Jointly
Home Ownership
Itemized Deductions
Dependents
Investments
Self-Employed
Rental Property
Education
Guaranteed Accuracy
Answer some simple questions and we'll fill out your prior year return for you. All calculations are guaranteed 100% accurate.
File current year taxes
In addition to filing old tax returns, you can prepare and e-file your current year taxes for free.