After you file

The IRS website for the status of a federal tax refund will shown that the refund was sent and the date.  

Is that what the IRS website indicates? - https://www.irs.gov/refunds

 

If you have not received your refund, take the following steps:

  • Check with your bank to determine if your refund has been received;
  • Verify the routing and bank account numbers on your electronically filed return are correct