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Providing you haven't filed yet (or you e-filed but got rejected), you can simply revisit the File section again to choose a different method.

However, if you have successfully e-filed and your return was transmitted to the IRS you are unable to make changes to your refund method unless you are for some reason rejected and need to refile.

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Anonymous
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June 3, 2019

Providing you haven't filed yet (or you e-filed but got rejected), you can simply revisit the File section again to choose a different method.

However, if you have successfully e-filed and your return was transmitted to the IRS you are unable to make changes to your refund method unless you are for some reason rejected and need to refile.

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pechols222
Level 2
June 3, 2019
Can I call the IRS with my checking information or mail a copy of my return and attach my checking information to it so that i may get my refund deposited into my checking account?
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MG9
Level 2
February 10, 2020

Can I change from paper mail to debit? Or get my check expidid?

 

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Alton90
Level 2
June 24, 2021

Can I change my paper check to direct deposit 

DoninGA
Level 15
DoninGALevel 15
Level 15
June 24, 2021
@Alton90 wrote:

Can I change my paper check to direct deposit 

If you have already filed the 2020 tax return then how you receive the tax refund cannot be changed.

    AkinaLO
    AkinaLO
    Level 15
    February 10, 2020

    You can only change your refund method if you have not filed yet. If you have already filed, you will have to wait 4-6 weeks to receive a paper check from the IRS. Unfortunately, there is no way to make the IRS expedite it. You can look up your refund status here: Where's My Refund? 

     

    Please refer to the article below for more information.

    When will I get my IRS tax refund? 

     

    Follow the instructions below to change your refund method. 

    1. Open your return in TurboTax. 

    2. Go to the File section in the left menu. 

    3. Next to Step 2: Your refund info select Revisit. 

    4. Choose your desired refund method and select Continue. 

    Unfortunately, once your e-filed return has been accepted or you already mailed it, it's too late to change your refund. 

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    Mackey43
    Level 2
    April 15, 2020

    Change my application for direct deposit for stimulas check

    DaveF1006
    DaveF1006
    Level 15
    April 15, 2020

    Select https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/economic-impact-payments  and select the get my payment option to review your refund status or change your direct deposit information.

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    T62
    Level 2
    February 9, 2021

    I wanted to know if we get a other stimulus check can it be a paper check 

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    JamesG1
    Level 15
    February 9, 2021

    We don't have specific information on the income qualifications or procedures for the third stimulus payment because the measure hasn't been passed yet.  It is doubtful that we will be given the option to 'opt' for a specific form of payment.

     

    However, If you had issues receiving your earlier stimulus, then the best way to ensure that you are one of the first to receive any future stimulus payments is to file your 2020 tax return as early as possible and use direct deposit so that the IRS will have your updated information.

     

    You can find the most up to date information from the IRS here, and updates from TurboTax here as they develop.

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    Shaquill29
    Level 2
    February 26, 2021

    I filed already I’m trying to change from paper checks or direct deposit

    Critter-3
    Critter-3
    Level 15
    February 26, 2021

    Once a return has been efiled and accepted for processing you cannot change the method you will receive the refund.  

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    TonyGreene
    Level 2
    March 7, 2022

    Can I change to direct deposit

    DoninGA
    Level 15
    DoninGALevel 15
    Level 15
    March 7, 2022
    @TonyGreene wrote:

    Can I change to direct deposit

    If you have Not filed your 2021 tax return you can change your refund method in the File section of the program on Step 2

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    TonyGreene
    Level 2
    March 7, 2022

    How can I tell if I get direct deposit

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