Still waiting on my refund. I filed my 2019 Federal tax return on April 25th. The IRS webpage says my tax return is still "being processed."

[flash22]

Hello,

In an effort to get my stimulus check as fast as possible, I filed my my 2019 federal tax return (1040) on 4/25/20. I was told it would take only 21 days to process my returns. I didn't have any credits or or had a bunch of unusual information, but was told by the refund status page that my return is still being processed. It is now 5/22/20, and I need this to process so I can get my Impact Payment as quickly as possible and through direct deposit. Why is this happening, and what should I do?

Thank you.

[AnnetteB6]

There is nothing you can do at this point.  It is just taking longer than usual for the IRS to process returns due to the pandemic situation.  

At least you can tell that it is being processed.  If there is any kind of issue that needs to be addressed, the IRS will contact you by mail.  Otherwise, just keep checking the status and after your return has been processed, then you can check the status of your stimulus payment.  

@flash22

[flash22]

Thank you. I requested direct deposit on my 2019 return. I can't afford to wait until September for a stimulus check. When my return is processed, will my stimulus be delivered to my bank account using the same information? Thank you.

[CatinaT1]

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 is not processing paper returns at the moment due to Covid-19 and social distancing policies in effect.  

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