The IRS provides most refunds within three weeks of filing your taxes. Do you want to know where your refund is right now? You can check the status if you are expecting a federal or state tax refund. Find out how and what information you’ll need.
Verify your federal tax refund status:
Before checking on your return, prepare the following,
- Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)
- Filing Status
- The actual total cash amount of your refund
To check your refund online, go to the IRS Where’s My Refund page or download the IRS2Go app. This is the quickest and most convenient way to track. You can contact the IRS to inquire about the status of your refund. When you call, the wait time to talk with a representative can be significant. However, you can bypass the delay by using the automated phone system. When calling, follow the message prompts.
The IRS typically issues within 21 days of filing your tax return electronically and longer for paper forms. Find out why your refund has been delayed or is not the amount you expected. To find out how to trace the status of your state tax refund, contact your state’s tax agency.
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