Opt out of e-filing a return - Form 8948

Use Form 8948 to explain why a particular return is being filed on paper.
Go to
Organizer
,
E-file
,
Additional Information
,
E-file Opt Out
, and then
Preparer Explanation
to select the reason for not e-filing the return.
  • The taxpayer has chosen to file on paper and the return is prepared by the preparer, but will be submitted by mail by the taxpayer. If this option's selected, a taxpayer statement prints.
  • The preparer's a member of recognized religious group that opposed to its members using e-file.
  • The preparer applied for and received and approved undue hardship waiver. Enter the waiver reference number and approval letter date.
  • The return was rejected and the reject condition couldn't be resolved. Enter the reject code and number of attempts to solve the rejection.
  • The tax product doesn't support the e-filing of 1 or more forms or schedules.
  • If the reason isn't listed above, select the option to indicate
    Other
    , and describe the circumstances that prevent you from e-filing this return.
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