How do I get a copy of a prior year tax return?

I filed my prior year return with FreeTaxUSA
You can find your prior year tax return by going to the Prior Returns link under the Account menu in the top-right corner of the screen. If your return is not listed there, you may have filed with a different account username. Use the Forgot username or password?  tool to see a list of possible usernames linked to your email address or phone number.

I filed my prior year return with another software
Try signing in to the other software to get a copy of your prior year return.

I used a paid preparer for my prior year return
Contact the paid preparer for a copy of your prior year return.

If you still can't access your prior year return, you can request a transcript of the return. IRS transcripts will meet lending or immigration requirements as a substitute for a tax return.

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