After you file

The IRS is processing the tax refunds in batches for the unemployment compensation exclusion.  Refunds will be distributed starting in May and then for the next several months.

Go to these IRS websites for information -

 

https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-readies-nearly-4-million-refunds-for-unemployment-compensation-over...

 

https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-sending-more-than-2-point-8-million-refunds-to-those-who-already-pa...

 

https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/2020-unemployment-compensation-exclusion-faqs