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New Member
posted Feb 9, 2020 6:58:03 PM

I accidentally put in the wrong routing number

I put in the wrong routing number 

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Level 15
Feb 10, 2020 7:02:53 AM

Did you already e-file?  If you did NOT e-file you can go to the FILE section and change how you want to receive your refund.

 

Once a return has been accepted by the IRS you cannot change how you want to receive your refund.

 

If you e-filed:

Banking information for direct deposit is wrong

If you entered incorrect banking information for your refund, you can change it if your return is rejected.  If it is accepted, however, it is too late to change it.  The bank will reject the refund and send it back to the IRS.  Then the IRS will issue a paper check and mail it to the address you put on your tax return.  Expect a delay of at least a couple of weeks to receive your refund.

Here is what the IRS says about entering incorrect banking information

https://www.irs.gov/help-resources/tools-faqs/faqs-for-individuals/frequently-asked-tax-questions-answers/irs-procedures/refund-inquiries/refund-inquiries-18

 

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1901159-can-i-deposit-my-tax-refund-into-someone-else-s-account

Returning Member
Mar 8, 2020 7:35:12 AM

How long did it take for you to receive you check by mail 

New Member
Mar 9, 2020 1:36:26 PM

I apologize I put in the wrong routing number and I wish to correct that and fix it..... please contact me if you need further information from myself at [phone number removed]

Level 15
Mar 9, 2020 1:39:46 PM


@Curtisw1965 wrote:

I apologize I put in the wrong routing number and I wish to correct that and fix it..... please contact me if you need further information from myself at [phone number removed]


If you have already filed your 2019 tax return and it has been accepted then the direct deposit information cannot be changed.  The IRS will send you a check in the mail to the address entered on your tax return after the bank rejects the direct deposit.