MayaD
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After you file

Accepted means your tax return is now in the government's hands and has passed the initial inspection (your verification info is correct, dependents haven't already been claimed by someone else, etc.).

After acceptance, the next step is for the government to approve your refund.

You can check the IRS website Where's My Refund for your Federal information.

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