What can I do if I put the wrong routing number in for my efile?

[Wyoungbear24]

Do I need to go to the IRS and get a check refund

[Wyoungbear24]

I put in the wrong routing number for my income tax, do I need to go to the IRS building to check out what's goin on

[xmasbaby0]

@Wyoungbear24

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-an...

[alakoko]

I entered a wrong routing number.  It should be [removed].  My e-file was done on 2/15/2023.  It is still pending.

[VolvoGirl]

Sorry if it is accepted you can't change it.   If the bank rejects your deposit the IRS will mail a check to the address on your return. 

[christieriggsby]

How did you end up getting your refund. I am currently going through the same thing this year and not sure how I will receive mine. 

[christieriggsby]

How did you eventually get your refund. I am currently going through the same thing this year for my 2022 tax refund and not sure how I will receive it. 

[xmasbaby0]

If you e-filed:

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-an...