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Level 2
January 2, 2022
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How can I get ahold of the IRS. Filed an amended form that they received on May 10, 2021. Still no refund

  • January 2, 2022
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Level 15
January 2, 2022

Even during “normal” times it takes about four months for the IRS to process an amended return.  During the pandemic and due to the severe backlog at the IRS it is taking much longer—six months or more for many amended returns.  Do not expect quick results from amending.  When the IRS issues a refund for an amended return it will be by check.  They do not make direct deposits for refunds for amended returns.  You can watch for information here:

 

https://www.irs.gov/Filing/Individuals/Amended-Returns-(Form-1040-X)/Wheres-My-Amended-Return-1

 

 

The IRS only answers a small percent of the calls made to them.

 

To call the IRS:IRS:  800-829-1040  hours 7 AM - 7 PM local time Mon-Fri

Listen to each menu before making the selection.

First choose your language. Press 1 for English.

Then do NOT choose the first choice re: "Refund", or it will send you to an automated phone line.

Instead, press 2 for "personal income tax".

Then press 1 for "form, tax history, or payment".  

Then press 3 "for all other questions."

Then press 2 "for all other questions."  It should then transfer you to an agent.

**Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**
Level 2
January 5, 2022

Still can't get ahold of them after 7 months, no matter how many times I try.   Thank you all for replying.

fanfare
Level 15
January 5, 2022

use this number 

1 800--829--0922

 

Early in the AM you will get on the queue.

you will still be on hold for a long time.