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Level 3
Apr 12, 2026 4:28 AM UTC
Question

Does Form 1310 need to be signed when e-filing?

On a final form 1040 for a deceased taxpayer, does form 1310 need to be signed by the executor of her estate and attached (uploaded) as a pdf file? Or is it considered electronically signed by the fact that it is included in the e-filed tax return?

4 replies

IRonMaN
Level 15
Apr 12, 2026 12:35 PM UTC

I have never attached a pdf of the 1310 and I have never had any issues.

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IntuitKatie
Moderator
Apr 13, 2026 5:40 PM UTC

Hi @Jojo94404,
Thanks for posting your question! Here’s a previous post that may help with this:
Form 1310
If you need further assistance with this we would reach out to Lacerte Support, as they can best help with your specific situation.
 

Accountant-Man
Level 13
Apr 14, 2026 3:21 PM UTC

I don't think I have ever SUCCESSFULLY completed a return with a Form 1310. Answering questions correctly results in rejection; answering questions incorrectly results in errors.

FUG IT. Paper filed them all.

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sjrcpa
Level 15
Apr 14, 2026 5:26 PM UTC

I've never gotten one to efile either.

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