DianeW777
Employee Tax Expert

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It depends. This is a new procedure placed on the part of the IRS which may be the reason for the delay. My advice would be two fold. 

  1. Give more time for the IRS to complete the deposit for the return.
  2. Contact them for a time frame and ask why it's taking so long after your completed the steps to their request for direct deposit. 
    • Individuals 800-829-1040  - 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time (Call early or late for less hold time)
    • Be prepared with the IRS CP53E Notice, the tax return and specifically the Form 1310, when you call.

NOTE: As of late 2025, the IRS is phasing out paper checks for individuals, encouraging direct deposit or alternative electronic methods, even for decedents. 

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