Pending simply means that your e-filed return is on its way and that the government hasn't accepted or rejected it yet.
You will have to wait for the IRS to start accepting or rejecting 2020 tax returns on February 12, 2021
greatfuldead7282
Returning Member
Feb 4, 2021 5:04:09 PM
How long will it take for my federal refund to be deposited into my bank account
Mike9241
Level 15
Feb 4, 2021 11:35:52 PM
assuming the IRS finds no issues with your return, and it takes what it says is the standard 21 days to process your refund, look for it around 3/8/2021