Can't find where my 2021 amended tax refund is

[arpatton31]

Yes . I had to amend my 2021 taxes bc it was my year to claim my daughter. I also changed from single to head of household so it told me to mail in my amended return. That was April 18th. I still have yet to receive my refund or be able to check the status . Can u help

[xmasbaby0]

Prepare for a long wait.

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