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After you file
The IRS issues most refunds in about 21 days, although some returns take more time to review. If your return was accepted less than 21 days ago, hang in
there. It can take anywhere from a few days to 3 weeks to go from
acceptance to approval.
Here is the general timeline of e-filed returns:
Transmission > Acceptance > Processing > Approval > Refund.
For the most up to date information on your refund, you can track your federal refund here: Where's My Refund? which provides a specific, personalized date for your tax refund. You may also download the IRS2Go app to check your Federal refund status.
Once Where's My Refund? shows "Refund Sent" and a date, it could take up to 5 days for it to be reflected on your card, it all depends on the bank, how and when funds are credited. If you opted to have your TurboTax fees deducted from your refund, this can take a few days longer.
When will I get my IRS tax refund?