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New Member
posted Jun 5, 2019 2:27:36 PM

How does efile work

How do i know if my file has been efiled

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Expert Alumni
Jun 5, 2019 2:27:38 PM

When you E-File, your return is sent electronically directly from TurboTax to the IRS (and your State Tax Department if applicable).  E-filing makes things very efficient and cuts down on a lot of clerical errors.

To ensure that you have submitted your taxes for E-File successfully, please click this TurboTax link to check your status: https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tools/wheres-my-refund/.  (If you e-filed a joint return, make sure you are using the taxpayer information of the first filer listed on the return.)  

You can also check out the TurboTax FAQ below for more details on checking and understanding your tax return status: https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3319882

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Expert Alumni
Jun 5, 2019 2:27:38 PM

When you E-File, your return is sent electronically directly from TurboTax to the IRS (and your State Tax Department if applicable).  E-filing makes things very efficient and cuts down on a lot of clerical errors.

To ensure that you have submitted your taxes for E-File successfully, please click this TurboTax link to check your status: https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tools/wheres-my-refund/.  (If you e-filed a joint return, make sure you are using the taxpayer information of the first filer listed on the return.)  

You can also check out the TurboTax FAQ below for more details on checking and understanding your tax return status: https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3319882

Returning Member
Apr 15, 2023 3:15:40 PM

Are refunds sent out electronically