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Returning Member
posted Feb 28, 2024 8:32:08 AM

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE THE IRS TO MAIL OUT A CHECK IF I MESSED UP AND PUT THE WRONG ACCOUNT NUMBER FOR DIRECT DEPOST AND DO THEY UPDATE THERE WEBSITE WHEN DOING SO?

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Expert Alumni
Feb 28, 2024 8:36:59 AM

It typically takes about 7 to 10 days for the IRS to reissue the refund as a check after it is returned and mail it. The IRS website should show an update when the check run is scheduled. 

 

After that, it is up to the Post Office. 

Returning Member
Feb 28, 2024 8:41:40 AM

THANK YOU! YOU ARE THE FIRST PERSON TO GIVE ME A STRAIGHT ANWSER ON THIS AND I HAVE TALKED TO THE IRS TWICE, MY BANK 3 TIMES AND IVE CALLED TURBO TAX A COUPLE TIMES AS WELL!

New Member
Mar 3, 2025 7:24:20 AM

Hey same thing happened on my end, my bank shut down my account I had my taxes sent to and I don’t know what’s going on, can you help me out at all ? Any information 

Level 15
Mar 3, 2025 7:36:34 AM

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

https://www.irs.gov/help-resources/tools-faqs/faqs-for-individuals/frequently-asked-tax-questions-answers/irs-procedures/refund-inquiries/refund-inquiries-18

 

 

 

If your refund is sent back to the IRS—- make certain that the address you entered on your Form 1040 is correct.  And…open all mail, even if it looks like junk mail.

Level 15
Mar 3, 2025 7:54:50 AM

I don't think you will see check status on where's my refund if they decide to send a check.

You just have to wait for it.