Already filed and need to update my direct deposit information

[AnnS7 · Accepted solution]

If the bank information you provided is for a closed or invalid account, the government will mail you a refund check.  Once your return has been accepted (or mailed), it's too late to change your bank account for direct deposit.

If the info you entered is someone else's account, don't worry – some banks won't deposit tax refunds into accounts where names don't match up.  The best way for you to track your federal refund is to call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040.

If your recently-filed return is in pending status, wait until it's either accepted or rejected.

• If rejected, you can update your account and any issues that caused the rejection.   Open your return in TurboTax and go through the File section again to update your bank account before re-submitting your return.
• If accepted, you'll get your refund check in the mail.

TurboTax FAQ: What if I entered the wrong bank account for direct deposit?

[Peterbith]

Yes

[xmasbaby0]

@Peterbith You posted one word --  "yes"----to a very old thread.   If you have a question then ask a complete question.   If you are posting to this thread because you want to change your direct deposit information after filing your tax return---you cannot do that.

You cannot  change banking information while your return is in pending, nor can you change it after the return is accepted.

If you e-filed:

Banking information for direct deposit is wrong

If you entered incorrect banking information for your refund, you can change it if your return is rejected.  If it is accepted, however, it is too late to change it.  The bank will reject the refund and send it back to the IRS.  Then the IRS will issue a paper check and mail it to the address you put on your tax return.  Expect a delay of at least a couple of weeks to receive your refund.

Here is what the IRS says about entering incorrect banking information

https://www.irs.gov/help-resources/tools-faqs/faqs-for-individuals/frequently-asked-tax-questions-an...