Is my federal refund lost? I mailed it 3/16/20 and still haven't received it...

I have used the tools on the IRS website and still no answers... I'm afraid it was lost in the mail. Haven't received my stimulus check either.

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The online link is your best option to track your refund. I have attached a link with more answers from the IRS as to why your refund may be taking longer to process.

Federal refund questions

There is a delay in processing the returns as the IRS just started processing paper returns again but due to Covid-19 and social distancing policies in effect they are 8 weeks behind ... all you can do is wait patiently.

IRS operations

Go here for stimulus info: https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/economic-impact-payments

This FAQ site may also answer your questions.

https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/economic-impact-payment-information-center