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posted May 19, 2021 4:19:01 PM

I mailed my taxes in two months ago and it still says ready to mail .

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Level 15
May 19, 2021 4:27:14 PM

this will never change since Turbotax will never know if you really mailed it.

 

Level 15
May 19, 2021 5:22:12 PM

 It can take 3-4 weeks  (or longer since the IRS is backlogged) for anything to show up on the IRS site when you mail a tax return.  Expect  at least 6-8 weeks for complete processing of a mailed return-- probably longer.

 

If  you mail a tax return (or a payment) to the IRS, it is a good idea to use a mailing service that will track it like UPS or certified mail so you will know it was received.

 

When you mail a tax return, you need to attach any documents showing tax withheld, such as your W-2’s or any 1099’s. 

 

TurboTax will not know anything about your mailed return, and will continue to show “Ready to Mail” on your account.  TurboTax will not know that you put your tax return in an envelope and took it to a mailbox.  TurboTax does not get updates on mailed  (or e-filed) returns.

 

When the IRS opens its mail and begins to process mailed returns you can check the status on the IRS site. https://www.irs.gov/refunds

 

State returns have to be mailed to the state.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1899433-how-do-i-track-my-state-refund

Level 15
May 19, 2021 5:39:44 PM

Per the IRS:

COVID-19 Mail Processing Delays

It’s taking us longer to process mailed documents:

  • Paper tax returns, and
  • All tax return related correspondence.
  • Expect extended delays if you mailed your return or responded to an IRS Notice.