After you file

You can check the status of your refund on the IRS webpage, Where's My Refund?

https://www.irs.gov/refunds

You can also check the status of your refund via phone. The toll-free phone number to check your Federal refund status is 1-800-829-1954. Automatic service is available every day of the week, 24 hours per day, and you can check on your refund in either English or Spanish. Or you can call 1-800-829-4477to reach the IRS TeleTax System and check the status of your tax refund.