Opt out of e-filing a return with Form 8948
Use Form 8948 to explain why you're filing a return on paper instead of electronically.
- Go to .
- SelectPreparer Explanation, then select the reason for not e-filing the return:
- The taxpayer has selected to file on paper and the return is prepared by the preparer, but will be submitted by mail by the taxpayer.A taxpayer statement prints when you select this option.
- The preparer's a member of a recognized religious group that is opposed to its members using e-file.
- The preparer applied for and received an 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 the number of attempts to solve the rejection.
- The tax product doesn't support the e-filing of one or more forms or schedules.
- If none of these reasons apply, selectOtherand describe the circumstances.
