If you have already filed your return, there is no way to edit the information entered or to change the Refund Method.
If you chose direct deposit and the account information entered is incorrect the bank will reject your refund and the IRS will mail a paper check to the address listed on your return.If you have already filed your return, there is no way to edit the information entered or to change the Refund Method.
If you chose direct deposit and the account information entered is incorrect the bank will reject your refund and the IRS will mail a paper check to the address listed on your return.You can just call the irs customer service number and get a stop payment before it comes and change your routing number please don’t listen to this guy saying there’s no way , that’s not true
@Nroberison wrote:
You can just call the irs customer service number and get a stop payment before it comes and change your routing number please don’t listen to this guy saying there’s no way , that’s not true
The question was about direct deposit for a tax REFUND so the answer is correct.
If taxes are owed and the user requested a direct debit, then they can cancel the direct debit by following the procedure as shown on this IRS website - https://www.irs.gov/payments/pay-taxes-by-electronic-funds-withdrawal
The window to stop or change the deposit is small which most will not catch so that is why we give the above answer ... from the IRS :
The IRS assumes no responsibility for tax preparer or taxpayer error. Please verify your account and routing numbers with your financial institution and double check the accuracy of the numbers you enter on your return prior to signing and submitting it. You should not request a deposit of your refund into an account that's not in your own name.
The IRS handles account or routing number errors the same for both split refunds and regular direct deposits.
If the return hasn't already posted to our system, you can ask us to stop the direct deposit. You may call us toll-free at 800-829-1040, M - F, 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
The question was changing your routing number which can be done and I have done before. Facts are facts , you can get it done by calling
Saying there is no way means there no window , small ,medium or large , doesn’t matter , it’s possible and I have done it . So, saying there’s “no way” is not accurate and in other words Fails
I was also able to change my routing number before they sent it out . I called the irs customer service number . There’s a way to get it done
I need to change the routing number on my federal tax 2019
Until the IRS opens the promised portal to allow you to update an address or DD info all you can do is wait ... check here for updates :
https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/economic-impact-payments-what-you-need-to-know
In the coming weeks, Treasury plans to develop a web-based portal for individuals to provide their banking information to the IRS online, so that individuals can receive payments immediately as opposed to checks in the mail.
Trying to call no answer keep saying busy at this time
You will not get an answer on the phone right now.
The IRS operations are limited during the Covid-19 pandemic and phone agents are not available at the moment to change your refund method. Attached is a link with more information as to what departments are available to contact at the moment.
If you need to update your direct deposit for your stimulus payment, you can try using the following link from the IRS for tax filers.
What's the number to call to fix account number if filed
Sorry if you filed it is too late to change it. If the bank rejects your deposit the IRS will mail a check to the address on your return.
What if the Bank changed their routing number after someone has already filed?
You cannot change banking information while your return is in pending, nor can you change it after the return is accepted. The IRS does not allow it.
If you e-filed:
Banking information for direct deposit is wrong or closed
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