If for any reason you need to amend a previously filed tax return, you must use Form 1040X to correct the error or change in tax status.
Form 1040X, Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return (standard .pdf file)
Form 1040X, Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return (fill-in .pdf file)
The file is in Adobe portable document format (PDF), which requires the use of Adobe Acrobat Reader.
To get a free version of Adobe Acrobat Reader software, go to the Adobe web site.
For more information, see our discussion on paying your taxes.