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Delay With Tax Return Question

BudgetNuts — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:07:56 GMT

Hi, I am one of the unfortunate people who the IRS has not yet issued a 2020 tax refund. I have the following questions:

1- If they issue interest with refund what happens if I file the 2021 return before 4/15?

2- Obviously I won't be able to claim the interest on the 2021 return because I don't know the amount

3- Will I have to file an amended return for 2021?

So crazy that I cannot get an update or status on my refund. Tried to but was on hold for over 3 hours and then got disconnected. Thanks for any guidance you can provide.

Re: Delay With Tax Return Question

xmasbaby0 — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 15:34:41 GMT

If the IRS sends you interest for the delayed processing of your 2020 return, you are not going to receive that interest until sometime in 2022---so it does not have to be entered on a 2021 tax return. It will go on your 2022 tax return--next year.

Stop stressing over it and file your 2021 return if you are ready to file.

Re: Delay With Tax Return Question

BudgetNuts — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 16:42:27 GMT

Thank you.....Got it because they aren't giving me the interest until 2022 its not reportable 2021. So great you responded!!