After you file

@Helen Clayton Not sure what you interpreted as a promise that TurboTax would let you know when a refund was sent to you, since TurboTax NEVER knows if or when a refund is sent.   After you file your tax return, TurboTax gets no information at all from the IRS or state.

 

 

 

Even during “normal” times it takes about four months for the IRS to process an amended return.  During the pandemic and due to the severe backlog at the IRS it is taking much longer—six months or more for many amended returns.  Do not expect quick results from amending.  When the IRS issues a refund for an amended return it will be by check.  They do not make direct deposits for refunds for amended returns.  You can watch for information here:

 

 

 

https://www.irs.gov/Filing/Individuals/Amended-Returns-(Form-1040-X)/Wheres-My-Amended-Return-1

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