What if I entered the wrong bank account for direct deposit?

SS1SS · ‎February 20, 2020

Is there a way to fix it? Can i change my account info?

Pls help....

Thx

xmasbaby0 · ‎February 21, 2020

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.

Once a return has been accepted by the IRS you cannot change how you want to receive your refund.

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...

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1901159-can-i-deposit-my-tax-refund-into-someone-else-s-account

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MichelleLO · ‎February 21, 2020

If you have already e-filed or mailed in your return, you are not able to make any changes to your direct deposit information. If your financial institution rejects the deposit, the government will mail your refund check.
Please see the FAQ: What if I entered the wrong bank account for direct deposit? for additional information.

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xmasbaby0 · ‎February 21, 2020

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.

Once a return has been accepted by the IRS you cannot change how you want to receive your refund.

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...

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1901159-can-i-deposit-my-tax-refund-into-someone-else-s-account

**Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**

MichelleLO · ‎February 21, 2020

If you have already e-filed or mailed in your return, you are not able to make any changes to your direct deposit information. If your financial institution rejects the deposit, the government will mail your refund check.
Please see the FAQ: What if I entered the wrong bank account for direct deposit? for additional information.

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SS1SS · ‎February 21, 2020

What about if i owe federal taxes and put wrong account number.... what can i do in that situation ?

SS1SS · ‎February 21, 2020

What about if i owe federal taxes and put wrong account number.... what can i do in that situation?

xmasbaby0 · ‎February 21, 2020

You put an incorrect account number for the IRS to do a direct debit to pay your tax due? You could pay directly on the IRS site instead.

https://www.irs.gov/payments/direct-pay

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SS1SS · ‎February 24, 2020

Thank you!!!

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What if I entered the wrong bank account for direct deposit?