IRS taking too long

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I’ve been waiting for over 21 days for my taxes, I can’t get a hold of anyone from the IRS i’ve tried calling but it’s always too busy. What can I do?

SForrestLO

Level 11

This is normal. It can take anywhere from a few days to 3 weeks to update and show the status. The 21 days is just an estimated time frame. The IRS began processing returns on 2/12, you may not find a record of it or the website may say that you have put in incorrect information when tracking your federal refund. As your return moves through the system, the status of it will be updated.

Since Turbo Tax will not have the status of your refund, continue checking the Where’s My Federal Refund tool for updates. Updates are made daily, usually overnight.

What does pending mean?
Please use this link to track your refund from the IRS.
Tax Season Refund Frequently Asked Questions

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taxme58

Level 3

I thought they started processing Jan 24

DawnC

Employee Tax Expert

Yes, they did. The Internal Revenue Service announced that the nation's tax season will start on Monday, January 24, 2022, when the tax agency will begin accepting and processing 2021 tax year returns. @taxme58

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KCash77

Level 2

Are you receiving your Refund by Direct Deposit or a mailed check? Direct Deposit is much quicker, so if it by mail, it could take a few weeks longer.