Why is my return not accepted yet?

It’s been longer than 48 hours now. (11:10 pm on 2/4 it’s been about 56 hours) What could I have done wrong or is this normal???

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Employee Tax Expert

Feb 5, 2026 8:20:58 AM

There may be several reasons that your return may be delayed.

If you filed for Child Tax Credit, or Earned Income Credit, there will be a delay.
The IRS has also offered guidance on what may cause delays.
- Things that can delay a return
To check the status of a refund, taxpayers should use the Where’s My Refund Website.