After mailing in taxes, Is there a way that I can ensure when my return will be accepted/approved by the state and federal agencies?

[sagifford]

I just mailed in my federal and state taxes - I had to mail them in because of one of my w-2s. One of the nice parts about e-filing is that I got notification when my returns were accepted and approved. Is there a way I can know when my returns have been approved after mailing in taxes? Also, what is the typical turnaround for returns after mAiling these in? Thanks!!

[MichelleLO · Accepted solution]

No, there is not a way to receive a notification when the IRS receives your mailed paper tax return. However, you can begin tracking the status of your mailed return 4 weeks after the postmark date of your return at the IRS Where's My Refund? site.  For mailed returns, please allow 5–6 weeks from the postmark date for your return to be processed. 

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