Even though the IRS issues 9 out of 10 tax refunds within 21 days, it's possible your return may require additional review and take longer to process.
For some taxpayers, PATH Act requirements and other identity-protection safeguards implemented by the IRS may account for longer wait times. This is if you claimed EIC or Additional Child Tax Credit, the IRS usually begins issuing tax refunds on returns in late February, even though you are able to file now.
Other things that can delay your refund include, but are not limited to:
- Liens, back taxes, or refund offsets
- Errors, inconsistencies, or missing information
- Identity fraud
- Form 8379, Injured Spouse Allocation, which can take 11-14 weeks to process
Also, if you chose direct deposit, your financial institution may need another day or two to post the refund to your account, so keep that in mind.
Where’s My Refund? has a tracker that displays progress through 3 stages: (1) Return Accepted (Received), (2) Refund Approved and (3) Refund Sent.
Related Information:
You can find additional information on the IRS website on the link below:
Tax Season Refund Frequently Asked Questions
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