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After you file
It can take anywhere from a few hours to 3 weeks after January 27th (opening day) to update. Until the IRS starts processing it on their own, you may not find record of it or the website may say that you have put in incorrect information when tracking your federal refund. As your return moves through the system, the status of it will be updated accordingly. Continue checking the Where’s My Federal Refund? tool for updates. Updates are made daily, usually overnight. You may also download the IRS2Go app to check your Federal refund status.
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/return-status/help/what-does-accepted-mean/00/26285
Note: The IRS expects to issue most refunds in less than 21 business days after being accepted after January 27th. Taxpayers who claim the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC) will experience a refund hold and a delay in processing.
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