KatrinaLO
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After you file

The only way to know when your refund will be released is to use the IRS Where's My Refund tool. The IRS Where's My Refund? lookup service provides a specific, personalized date for your tax refund.

It can take up to 5 business days for your bank to deposit your tax return into your account. If the status in Where’s My Refund? shows “Refund Sent”, the IRS has sent your tax refund to your bank for direct deposit. If you don't receive it in after 5 business days, then you should contact your bank.

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