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New Member
posted Jun 3, 2019 12:17:43 PM

I need to add my direct deposit but I forgot to add it

How do it add my direct deposit to my tax return

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New Member
Jun 3, 2019 12:17:44 PM


As long as you haven't filed yet (or you e-filed but got rejected), you can simply step through the File section again to update your bank information.

  • Once you sign into your return, Click the File section, click Revisit in the Step 2 section.
  • On the How would you like to get your federal refund? screen, In my Bank should be selected.  Click Continue.
  • You will be able to update your account number on the next screen, Let's get your bank account info.
Workaround

If you want to change or edit the banking information that is shown, 

  • Make sure that the box stating "I want my refund deposited into this account" is unchecked.
  • Scroll down to the bottom of the page and select Continue.
  • You will be taken to a new screen titled, "Let's get your bank account info".
  • This will allow you to enter the new or updated banking information that is to be used for your 2016 direct deposit.

Once your return has been accepted (or mailed), it's too late to change your bank account in TurboTax for direct deposit.
  However, the IRS provides the following remedies:
  • If the return hasn't already posted to their system, you can ask the IRS to stop the direct deposit. You may call them toll-free at 800-829-1040, M - F, 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
  • Generally, if the financial institution recovers the funds and returns them to the IRS, the IRS will send a paper refund check to your last known address on file with the IRS.
  • If you have contacted the financial institution and two weeks have passed with no results, you will need to file Form 3911, Taxpayer Statement Regarding Refund, to initiate a trace. This allows the IRS to contact the bank on your behalf to attempt recovery of your refund. Banks are allowed up to 90 days from the date of the initial trace input to respond to our request for information.
  • If funds aren't available or the bank refuses to return the funds, the IRS cannot compel the bank to do so. The case may then become a civil matter between you and the financial institution and/or the owner of the account into which the funds were deposited.




Returning Member
Jun 21, 2019 12:28:20 AM

i already e-filed and didnt add it

but i want to 

 

New Member
Apr 2, 2020 2:05:36 PM

I need to add direct deposit  to a filed return 

Intuit Alumni
Apr 3, 2020 8:11:12 AM

@Todd7555 Unfortunately, once you have filed, you can not change your refund method. To verify this information, please see the link below:

How do I review the federal refund method I chose after filing with TurboTax Online?

New Member
Apr 6, 2020 3:36:12 PM

How do add my bank account 

 

New Member
Apr 6, 2020 3:38:51 PM

Yes I need add it 

Intuit Alumni
Apr 6, 2020 3:46:29 PM

If you're getting a refund, we'll ask for your bank account info once you choose the direct deposit option (it's on the How would you like to receive your federal refund? screen in the File section).

 

Where do I enter my bank's routing or account numb ...

New Member
Apr 9, 2020 3:05:03 AM

I need to add my direct deposit forgot to add it when I found my 2019 Texas

Intuit Alumni
Apr 9, 2020 8:23:40 AM

Did you already file? If you already filed your return, you will not be able to change your direct deposit information, and the IRS will mail you a check if there is an issue with your routing or account number.  

If you have not already filed, you will able to change your direct deposit information within your tax return.

Please follow the instructions below. 

How do I change my refund method? - Community 

New Member
Apr 11, 2020 2:22:28 PM

yes, i am eed yo add my direct  deposit 

Intuit Alumni
Apr 11, 2020 2:26:59 PM

Please see above response from AkinaLO.

New Member
Apr 15, 2020 11:44:23 AM

i need to add my direct deposit to my 2019 taxes  this is the only way i will get my stimulis check  on time

Level 15
Apr 15, 2020 11:46:40 AM


@fugi03 wrote:

i need to add my direct deposit to my 2019 taxes  this is the only way i will get my stimulis check  on time


Use this IRS website for stimulus payment status and to update your bank account - https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/economic-impact-payments

New Member
Apr 16, 2020 2:53:22 PM

i need to add my dirct deposit bank number to my tax return how do I do it now

New Member
Apr 17, 2020 4:43:48 PM

How can i add my banking information to my turbo tax account 

New Member
Mar 14, 2021 11:55:35 AM

If I forgot to add my direct deposit in the 2020 filing and it was already submitted and accepted, will it be sent to the direct deposit I have on file from previous stimulus checks? 

Expert Alumni
Mar 14, 2021 1:19:37 PM

For the answer to that question, you can visit the following IRS website:  Get My Payment

New Member
Apr 12, 2022 9:32:37 AM

How do I add my bank account information to my return

Level 15
Apr 12, 2022 9:35:05 AM

@Carguysolutions

Did you already e-file?  If you did NOT e-file you can go to the FILE section and change how you want to receive your refund.  If you want direct deposit you need the routing number and your own account number.

 

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

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