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title: What is IRS Form 1040-X?
description: Learn about IRS Form 1040-X and how it can help you correct errors on your income tax return. Find out how to access the form and get expert advice from the tax team at DiMercurio Advisors.
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# [What is IRS Form 1040-X?](https://www.dimercurioadvisors.com/learning-center/tax-form-library/1040x)

 Written by [John Kirkland EA](https://www.dimercurioadvisors.com/learning-center/author/john-kirkland) | Jan 01, 2018

Understanding the purpose of a tax form or schedule is never a pleasant experience. That's why we created a comprehensive [tax form library](https://www.dimercurioadvisors.com/learning-center/tax-form-library), showcasing the most frequently used tax forms and schedules you may encounter. We believe the process of staying compliant with your taxes should be as effortless as possible.

### General Information

- **What is the form number?**  1040-X
- **What government agency is it filed with? ** The Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
- **What is the form name?**  Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return
- **What is this form about? **Form 1040-X is an amended U.S. individual income tax return used by taxpayers to make corrections to a previously filed tax return. It allows individuals to adjust income, deductions, and credits and provides space to explain the reasons for the changes. Filing this form can result in either an additional refund or a tax liability.**  
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### What does it look like?

 

### Resources

Looking for more information about this form?  Here are some helpful resources:

- About the form - [https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-1040x](https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-1040x)
- Example copy of the form - [https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f1040x.pdf](https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f1040x.pdf)
- Form instructions - [https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i1040x.pdf](https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i1040x.pdf)

### How can we help you today?

Looking for more information about this or other tax forms?  The tax team at DiMercurio Advisors are tax compliance experts.  We are passionate about ensuring you are well-informed and in control of your tax situation.

 

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