Where’s My Refund
Where’s My Refund?
Most filers receive their income tax refund around three weeks after the IRS has approved the return. Want to know the status of your refund right now? We’ll help you find out.
Federal Refund
State Return
Use the IRS “Where's My Refund” tool to find out when you can expect your refund to arrive. tracker now provides refund information for the 2021, 2020 and 2019.
You will be directed to the IRS website and need the following information:
- Social Security Number or ITIN
- Filing Status
- Exact refund amount shown on your return
States – Where’s My Refund?
Alaska, Florida, Nevada, South Dakota, Texas, Washington, and Wyoming do not assess state income taxes.
The following are links to state refund status webpages. Specific questions about a state refund should be directed to the state agency. For information on the status of a federal refund, see the IRS Where's My Refund? webpage.
GoFrequently Asked Questions
Why is my tax refund check still processing?
This implies that the IRS has already approved your refund and processed your return. The IRS is now in process of preparing and sending your tax refund to your bank or to your e-mail id directly if you have asked for a paper check.
Why are tax refund taking so long?
In case you do not receive your refund in 21 days, your income tax return may require further review. The main reason behind this can be - your refund was incomplete or incorrect. The delays can also occur if you must have claimed the Earned Income Tax Credit or Additional Child Tax Credit.
After IRS accepts the return, when it will be approved?
After you e-file, the IRS takes 24 to 48 hours to accept your tax return. After the IRS accepts your refund, you are on the IRS’ refund timetable. It usually takes less than 21 days for the IRS to process tax refunds.
How much time does it take for tax refund to show in your bank account post approval?
Around 90% of the taxpayers receive their refunds in less than 21 days after their return was accepted by the IRS. Majority of the people receive their refunds in the timeframe of 10 to 14 days. Banks will mostly make your payment available within 1 to 3 days after receiving your payment from IRS.
Why have I still not received my income tax refund?
In case you have not received your tax refund after a minimum of 21 days of e-filing or 6 weeks after e-mailing your paper return to the IRS, you are requested to visit the local IRS office or contact the federal agency.