To prevent fraud, TaxAct requires that your federal return be e-filed through its platform before e-filing your state return. If your federal return was not e-filed—whether due to IRS restrictions or because it wasn't required—you must paper-file your state return.

For New York taxpayers, e-filing is generally required. However, an exception allows paper filing if your software does not support e-filing in your situation. When mailing your New York return, include a note explaining that you are paper-filing because your federal return could not be e-filed.

How to Print and Mail Your Return:

1. Access Your TaxAct Return

   • In TaxAct, click Filing.
   • On smaller devices, open the menu in the upper left corner, then select Filing.

2. Select Paper Filing

   • Click Mail Paper Return and proceed to the "Paper Filing Step - Print Options" screen.
   • Choose the return(s) you wish to print and mail.

3. Address New York’s E-Filing Alert

   • If you see a "New York State - E-Filing Requirement" warning, you may disregard it.
   • Include a note with your return explaining the reason for paper filing.

4. Print and Review Instructions

   • Follow the prompts to print your New York return.
   • The final screen will provide mailing instructions.
   • If printing your federal return as well, follow the separate prompts.

Important Reminders:

• Carefully review all instructions before mailing.
• Attach required documents (e.g., W-2s, 1099s, schedules).
• Verify refund or payment details, including estimated tax payments.