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State Only E-file: Frequently Asked Questions

30 Jan 23
Kim Manuel
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How do I identify returns I may need to send as “state only”

  • Rejected state returns are listed in your Rejected Clients list located on the welcome page

Is there a report I can run that identifies states that are marked as “electronic” and have not been filed?

  • Navigate to Reports >> Management Reports >> Select the Pro Web Returns – Detailed Return Report
  • You can either export the report or filter it by the state return type
    • You are looking for any state return type other than Paper with a blank status
  • Note:  If you have multiple states on the return, there will be multiple rows per return

What return type do I need to select for the Federal Return?

  • You must select an e-file type for the federal because the state only has to have a “shell” federal return included with it.
  • The federal return portion will be marked as stOnly in client status
  • The type of return under the Federal Return Section of the Submission page will reflect : State Only – Federal Return is NOT being submitted to the IRS

How do I transmit my “State Only” returns?

  • You must submit them from the Submission Page (Save and Transmit Return)
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