Yes, there is a delay. It is the COVID shutdown that has caused the IRS to temporarily stop processing some returns. Returns on hold include those with injured spouse claims. Unfortunately, the IRS is the only one that knows the status of your return, and they have temporarily suspended the processing of paper-filed and manually reviewed (Forms 8379 included) tax returns.
Check the status here. If it says ''still processing'', see above. Rest assured, you will get your refund but not until they resume operations.
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