Federal return accepted on 3/1/2021 - filed early as unemployed and wanted to receive 3rd stimulus check, any idea when my return may be processed?

[JotikaT2]

It depends.

Did you electronically file or mail your return in?  If you electronically filed, your refund will be processed faster than a return that is mailed in.

Please see the link below for more information.  It has been taking longer to process refunds this year.

IRS processing time and refund status

Why is my refund taking longer than 21 days

[mbchase1]

Thanks - I did file electronically.  I tried to call IRS but could not get a live person and all where's my refund websites stated that it is in process.  Just looking for estimated date return would be processed so I can get my refund.

[JotikaT2]

Yes, they have been taking longer to update their website as well.  

At this point, as long as you have confirmation that your return was filed and accepted, you will just need to wait until the IRS processes your return.  

We can't give you a timeline as all of the normal timeframes haven't really applied this year due to the changes that occurred during the filing season.

You can also try logging in to view your account on the IRS website using the link below.  They may update that for you as well.  I'd recommend checking it periodically.

View your tax account with the IRS