A Step-by-Step Guide to Tracking Refund

Typically see refund info within 24 /48 hours after IRS acknowledges e-filed return for latest tax year. Wait six weeks after paper filing.

To use "Where’s My Refund? (link below), input SSN or ITIN, filing status, and refund amount.

The stages of refund:

1. Return Received.

2. Refund Approved.

3. Refund Sent.

Personalized refund data based on return status, with actual refund date post IRS approval. For fastest refund, e-file and choose direct deposit.

Most e-filed, direct deposit refunds in <21 days. Delays due to errors, incomplete info, identity theft, or fraud. Delays can be due to:

• Further review.

• Corrections for Earned Income Tax or Additional Child Tax Credit.

• Timing mismatches between IRS refund issuance and bank processing.

IRS contacts via mail (only mail) for extra information. IRS representative can check status if:

• ≥21 days since e-file.

• ≥6 weeks since paper filing.

• "Where's My Refund?" tool instructs contact.

Link to IRS Refund Information: IRS "Where's My Refund?"

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