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gamo94
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May 5, 2020 9:02 PM UTC
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Refund

  • Hi I filed my refund on April 12 and it says on the irs website that it still processing. 
  • Why is it taking more than 21 days since I efiled?
    bluedeb
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    Alumni - Champ
    May 5, 2020 9:50 PM UTC

    The IRS is actually closed, they are still processing e-filed returns but it is taking longer due to being short staffed.  You would need to keep checking the IRS website, Where's My Refund, for updates about your return & refund.  The website updates once a day.

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    bluedeb
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    Alumni - Champ
    May 5, 2020 9:50 PM UTC

    The IRS is actually closed, they are still processing e-filed returns but it is taking longer due to being short staffed.  You would need to keep checking the IRS website, Where's My Refund, for updates about your return & refund.  The website updates once a day.

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