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If you\u2019re preparing your taxes with H&R Block Online and can\u2019t e-file your federal return, we can help. First, it\u2019s helpful to understand the IRS has strict rules governing e-filed returns. If certain guidelines aren\u2019t followed exactly, the IRS might reject your return.<\/p>\n

Whether you can resolve the issue depends on the type of problem. If it\u2019s something you can fix easily, like a simple typo, we’ll give you steps on how to do so. Usually this involves returning to the page with errors and fixing them.<\/p>\n

However, some issues can’t be corrected. Ex: If you have a form not available for e-filing, or you, your spouse, or dependent has an invalid Social Security number (SSN), you can\u2019t e-file your return. Either way, we’ll help you see if you can e-file.<\/p>\n

Do I Need to Mail My Tax Return?<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n

If you can’t e-file your return, you\u2019ll have to print and mail your return to the IRS and your state tax authority, if applicable. We\u2019ll guide you through that process.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re preparing your taxes with H&R Block Online and can\u2019t e-file your federal return, we can help. First, it\u2019s helpful to understand the IRS has strict rules governing e-filed returns. If certain guidelines aren\u2019t followed exactly, the IRS might reject your return. Whether you can resolve the issue depends on the type of problem. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":418,"featured_media":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","topic":[16235,16241],"class_list":["post-40443","support","type-support","status-publish","hentry","topic-online","topic-finalizing-online-return"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"Why Can\u2019t I E-file My Return? | H&R Block<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Find out when you can\u2019t e-file your tax return. 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