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Question

My amended return was completed, when will I get my check?

Forum|Forum|4 years ago
September 6, 2021
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My amended return was completed 8/20 and is still haven't gotten my check. How long do they take to deliver?

DanPaul02

Level 8

In normal times, it takes about 16 weeks for an amended return to be processed. Because of COVID, the IRS is behind on millions of returns. There is no way to know when they will get to your amended return. Some IRS employees are estimating that they will not be completely caught up by this time next year.

Due to COVID, the IRS is requesting that taxpayers do not call about amended returns. They are processing them as they come in. Start checking the Where's My Amended Return site after three weeks.

kat98Author

Level 2

My amended return is completed and said my check should have been mailed out already, I'm mainly wondering how long it will take for the check to reach my mailbox because its been 5 weeks since its been adjusted and 2 weeks since completed

DanPaul02

Level 8

In that case, contact the IRS and ask them to put a trace on that check.

HLFoster19

Level 2

I filled my amended unemployment taxes but it's asking me to mail my amended refund but I don't know how to get it off the TurboTax I don't know a web site to irs to send it please help me

Lortiz2

Level 2

Not sure if you got your refund but I had the same issue. My amended return was completed in September and I never received a refund. I called a tax advocate. They told me that they started to process the return and then marked it as completed but never actually made any adjustments so no one else was working on it because it was marked as completed. They did it over the phone and now my transcript says I will recieve my refund on nov. 29. Also I will finally get my advance child tax payments in December. I wasn’t receiving them due to the amended return being in limbo.

Bugsmommy04

Level 2

I'm having the same issue. Online it says it was completed 11/12/21. When I call, naturally you can't get through. The automated system tells me something was mailed and I should have revived it by 11/12/21. We have informed delivery and there has been nothing from the IRS. Online it gave me a number with an extension code to call but they're either to busy it disconnects me or I sit on hold for literally hours and eventually get a "technical difficulties" message. I am so desperate for our taxes back. This is so ridiculous.

AmyC

Level 15

I believe you are saying that you just filed your return in November, in which case it is too early for a refund. The IRS stating a letter received by the date you filed does not make sense, I can see why you are trying to reach them.

The IRS has mostly finished returns filed by April. Please see IRS Operations During COVID-19 to stay informed and for help.

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Bugsmommy04

Level 2

No, I filed in February. They made me amend a box that was accidentally clicked in November. It took them that long to tell me to do that. Then it says Amended return accepted 11/12/21 and I should have a letter by 11/12/21 explaining the acceptance. It's all stupid and the IRS is dumb. I just want my money. It's been almost an entire year of this nonsense.

Sfoster716

Level 2

How is everyone getting in touch with a tax advocate? My amended return was completed on December 9 but there aren't any changes to my transcripts and no word via mail.

Sbishop216

Level 2

I'm in the same situation. But mine was processed December 18. No change in status n it's been 15 weeks with no info from them. But just state amended return I've already received. Not sure if this is exactly the same but pretty similar. Any information you can give in regards to this would be helpful... Hope your situation is settled. Oh and I may add that my amended return is for 2022 by the way. Not sure if that plays any part in it but I amended it last December it was accepted by the IRS but like I said at that time I had already received my state amendment for that year so if you can somehow decipher what I've told you and you can offer any advice I'd be very appreciative. Stay blessed

MarilynG

Level 15

You can check the status of an Amended Return at the IRS Link.

Otherwise, TurboTax has no knowledge of the status of your return, sorry.

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Sfoster716

Level 2

So I amended on jun 11th. Where's my refund says it was accepted June 11, adjusted November 18 and completed December 9. It gave me a number to call with the wrong extension so I was transfered and the woman I spoke to finally said that she does not see anywhere that it was accepted. She has no clue what I'm looking at bc nothing has been done to it yet. Then told me it takes 6-8 weeks after it's accepted.

xmasbaby0

Level 15

@Sfoster716

Only certain paid tax pros can still e-file past year amended returns. You cannot e-file an amended return that you prepared yourself using TurboTax. Your 1040X must be printed, signed and dated in ink, and then you need to mail it in. Use a mailing service like certified mail so you will know the IRS received it, since you will have a long wait for it to be processed.

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 to nine 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

**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.**

KNERD

Level 3

The topic/question is NOT how long it will take to process an amended return, but how long will it take to get the refund once the WMAR is showing "Completed."

I am in the same boat as some others. On December 9, the WMAR showed the amended return was "Adjusted" and I would get a notice within three weeks. Looking at the transcripts at that time, it showed "Additional tax assessed $0.00" with a future date of December 19.

On December 30, the WMAR changed to "Completed" and I still had not gotten that notice, nor has there been a notation of a notice sent like I have seen before on other year transcripts. As of today's date of January 10, nothing more has appeared in the transcripts since December 9, and I still do not have any notice.

It would be helpful if someone had an idea. I am expecting three missed Stimulus Payments, plus some other credits for a sizeable refund, so I could use that money. Seeing that others having problems, I am wondering also when I should start making calls to find out what is going on.

Also receipt by check only is not true. Many people are reporting that have gotten their refund by Direct Deposit.

Ruser121

Level 2

I'm having same issue let me know your outcome

KatrinaLO

Level 14

The IRS has posted information on their website about amended return processing times. Please the information here.

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where11

Level 2

And would I get my check

saltlakemom

Level 2

My amended return shows completed 8/11/23, that was 4 weeks ago and I haven't received a notice or refund. I can't find any answers anywhere about how long it should take. Everyone just gives the standard answer that it's 16 - 20 weeks from acceptance. Well, I'm WAY past that. It's been over 6 months since it was accepted.

I know they send checks via Bulk Mail which can take 2 weeks, which means I should have already received mine. Getting frustrated!

DoninGA

Level 15

@saltlakemom wrote:

My amended return shows completed 8/11/23, that was 4 weeks ago and I haven't received a notice or refund. I can't find any answers anywhere about how long it should take. Everyone just gives the standard answer that it's 16 - 20 weeks from acceptance. Well, I'm WAY past that. It's been over 6 months since it was accepted.

I know they send checks via Bulk Mail which can take 2 weeks, which means I should have already received mine. Getting frustrated!

Call the IRS: 1-800-829-1040 hours 7 AM - 7 PM local time Monday-Friday
When calling the IRS do NOT choose the first option re: "Refund", or it will send you to an automated phone line.
So after first choosing your language, then do NOT choose Option 1 (refund info). Choose option 2 for "personal income tax" instead.
Then press 1 for "form, tax history, or payment".
Then press 3 "for all other questions."
Then press 2 "for all other questions."
- When it asks you to enter your SSN or EIN to access your account information, don't enter anything.
- After it asks twice, you will get another menu.

Press 2 for personal or individual tax questions.
Then press 3 for all other inquiries
It should then transfer you to an agent.