Ok I e-filed an amended return and it was accepted April 9th. So I was told that it takes 16weeks to process it. So 16 weeks is the end of this month. When I check Where Is My Refund it still saying it’s being reviewed and in process. Is it guaranteed that I’ll receive my refund at the end of the month? Oddly I haven’t received my state refund yet. Usually that’s the first refund I’ll receive through the mail. So I wanted to see if anybody had this same issue and did it come in the time it say it will be processed in your account.
@Y2KB - the IRS is woefully backlogged. No one can guarentee that you'll receive your refund by the end of the month.. THis is from the IRS website:
How long you may have to wait: The IRS understands the importance of timely processing of tax returns and refund issuance. We have processed all error free returns received prior to January 2022 and continue to work the returns that need to be manually reviewed due to errors. We are continuing to reroute tax returns and taxpayer correspondence from locations that are behind to locations where more staff is available, and we are taking other actions to minimize any delays. Tax returns are opened and processed in the order received. As the return is processed, whether it was filed electronically or on paper, it may be delayed because it has a mistake including errors concerning the Recovery Rebate Credit and the Child Tax Credit, is missing information, or there is suspected identity theft or fraud. If we can fix it without contacting you, we will. If we need more information or need you to verify that it was you who sent the tax return, we will write you a letter. The resolution of these issues could take 90 to 120 days depending on how quickly and accurately you respond, and the ability of IRS staff trained and working under social distancing requirements to complete the processing of your return.
What you should do: In most instances, no further action is needed but you may check Where’s My Refund? or you can view your account. If you filed electronically and received an acknowledgement, you do not need to take any further action other than promptly responding to any requests for information. If you filed on paper, check Where’s My Refund? If it tells you we have received your return or are processing or reviewing it, we are processing your return, but it may be under review. If you filed before January 2022 and Where’s My Refund? does not have any information, your return has been opened but work on it has not begun. We’re working hard to get through the carryover inventory.
Please don’t file a second tax return or contact the IRS about the status of your return.
Amended return? Did you wait to amend until your original return was done processing and you got the first refund? Why did you amend? The IRS might automatically fix the original return for you.
Are you tracking it here?
https://www.irs.gov/filing/individuals/amended-returns-form-1040-x-/wheres-my-amended-return-1
@Y2KB - amendments are taking MORE THAN 16 weeks - per the IRS and there is no upper limit to their estimate.....frankly it's probably 9-12 months......
Status of Processing Form 1040-X, Amended Individual Tax Return: As of July 2, 2022, we had 2 million unprocessed Forms 1040-X. We are processing these returns in the order received and are working hard to get through the inventory. The current timeframe can be more than 20 weeks instead of up to 16. Please don't file a second tax return or contact the IRS about the status of your amended return. Taxpayers should continue to check Where's My Amended Return? for the most up to date processing status available.
I filed March 27th. It was accepted. Then I amended it April 9th. I amended to add a W-2.
20 weeks is ridiculous for a simple as tax return. I’m head of the household, 1 dependent, I work period. IRS need to tighten up. If I knew about the time frame it takes for an amended return, I wouldn’t have did it until after I received my initial refund.
On that website it say we cannot provide any information on your amended return.
And you should not have amended until your got your first refund. Because you amended early that may delay the first refund too. Even original returns are taking 6 months or more to process. You should still get your first refund. Did the amended return show an additional refund or a tax due?
The amended return will only show the difference you get back or need to pay. You can confirm this by printing your amendment and looking at the 1040X. Line 18 should be your original refund amount and line 21 should be your additional refund. If you paid on your original return it will be on line 16. If there is an amount owed with the amendment, it will be on line 20.
@Y2KB - the IRS processes their work in the order received - they have no idea what is simple or complex until they actually crack open the file. RIght now, the best thing to do is 'do nothing'. Wait until the amendment clears before sending in anything or calling the IRS. Amending before the original is processed can confuse the issue even more - esp. if the IRS adjusts something that you were not aware of when completing the amendment.
if you submitted the Amendment in April, just check the IRS website ONCE PER MONTH to see if there is progress. The IRS has committed to get back to normal processing times by the end of the year, but that is just a commitment; how they do that is another story.
Status of Processing Form 1040-X, Amended Individual Tax Return: As of July 2, 2022, we had 2 million unprocessed Forms 1040-X. We are processing these returns in the order received and are working hard to get through the inventory. The current timeframe can be more than 20 weeks instead of up to 16. Please don't file a second tax return or contact the IRS about the status of your amended return. Taxpayers should continue to check Where's My Amended Return? for the most up to date processing status available.
I filed in March and as of 12/21/22 NOT one thing has changed
@AHammondsLarson Sorry---but your issue is a familiar one here. There have been lots of delays within the backlogged IRS. It is taking them six to nine months and often longer to process amended returns.
Even during “normal” times it takes about four months for the IRS to process an amended return. During the pandemic and due to the severe backlog at the IRS it is taking much longer—six to nine months or more for many amended returns. Do not expect quick results from amending. When the IRS issues a refund for an amended return it will be by check. They do not make direct deposits for refunds for amended returns. You can watch for information here:
https://www.irs.gov/Filing/Individuals/Amended-Returns-(Form-1040-X)/Wheres-My-Amended-Return-1
Yeah, I'm pushing 42 weeks... I could have literally given birth to an entire human being by now
@AHammondsLarson - does the IRS website confirm that your amendment is in queue?
https://www.irs.gov/filing/wheres-my-amended-return
at least you would know it is in queue. 9 months (+ or -) is about the norm wait, so as long as it is in queue, I suspect it is nearing the top of the queue.
Now my WMAR tool says "Your amended return is not available in this application. Check back in 3 weeks to insure its in the system" They have had it since March and I have always been able to check it I usually get that generic "Take action" message just because its been longer than 16 weeks... but now ... NOTHING
@AHammondsLarson
Turbo Tax will not have the status of an amended return. You can visit the IRS website for more information on your amended return status.
I never mentioned turbo tax having my status information?? I have used the IRS website, if you take another look I am talking about the WMAR tool. Where's My Amended Return Tool which is located on the IRS website. I was simply adding to the conversation stating that my return is also taking very long. Now I am going through this process currently which I'm sure won't be fixed any time soon.
Please see this FAQ for information regarding amended returns. It includes possible reasons as to why your amended return has not been processed.