If the amount of the federal refund check or direct deposit that you received differs from the amount shown on your return the IRS will mail you a letter that explains why. That letter can take a few weeks to reach you.
The amount typically differs for one of two reasons. Either due to a correction that the IRS has made to your return or a U.S. Treasury offset. If it is due to a return correction, you will have to wait for the letter for an explanation.
You can check to see you are subject to a U.S. Treasury offset by calling (800) 304-3107 and following the prompts.
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