No, the refund does not need to have already occurred for the IRS to have your direct deposit information.
You might also use "Get My Payment"
The IRS is launching “Get My Payment” where you can track your stimulus payment as well as update banking information if your payment has not yet been issued.
It is slated to be active April 17th.
Get My Payment
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