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Level 1
June 4, 2019
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I mailed my tax returns almost 2 weeks ago but it looks like they haven't been received? How long does that normally take?

  • June 4, 2019
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Best answer by mesquitebean

The IRS "Where's My Refund" page says to allow up to 4 weeks for a mailed return to appear in their tool.

http://www.irs.gov/Refunds

I like to use priority mail (that has tracking) or certified return receipt when mailing the IRS just so I won't keep wondering if they got it.  I realize that may not help you now, but might in the future.

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Level 15
June 4, 2019

The IRS "Where's My Refund" page says to allow up to 4 weeks for a mailed return to appear in their tool.

http://www.irs.gov/Refunds

I like to use priority mail (that has tracking) or certified return receipt when mailing the IRS just so I won't keep wondering if they got it.  I realize that may not help you now, but might in the future.
Level 2
January 30, 2020

How much longer after the 2 weeks did the IRS receive your taxes? Asking because I just mailed mine certified and it should arrive on Monday, 2.3.2020