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Why is my return taking so long

How long should it take to get my federal refund
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NicolleR1
Employee Tax Expert

Why is my return taking so long

The IRS issues most refunds within 21 days, assuming that there's no delay and nothing is holding your return. Some returns are subject to an automatic hold when certain credits are claimed. 

 

Open the link below to see what to do if your refund is taking longer than the frame time.

What if my IRS refund is taking longer than 21 days?

 

Also, you should track your refund by clicking the following link:
Where's my Refund

 

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