The Internal Revenue Service states that most tax refunds take less than 21 days. So, it is more than likely that if everything is fine, you get your IRS direct deposit in less than 3 weeks.
Bear in mind that if you filed a paper return, you will not receive a tax refund in about 21 days. The IRS stated that it could take 4 weeks to process your paper return.
Sometimes it can take much longer people many people have also filed. So, you need to wait until the IRS processes other tax returns. Let’s see where you can check your tax refund status.
THE IRS RECOMMENDS USING “WHERE IS MY REFUND?”
“Where is my refund?” is the best app you could use to see the status of your 2023 tax refund. Taxpayers can use this tool 24 hours after electronic filing for their 2023 tax return.
Those Americans who need to file their 2021 or 2022 tax return, must wait a little longer to use “Where’s my refund?“. In fact, it could take up to 3 or even 4 days before they can see their status.
When you check your status, you can see three different stages. The first one is “Return Received”. The second one is Refund Approved. Finally, the third stage is Refund Sent.
WHAT TIME DOES THE IRS UPDATE THE REFUND STATUS IN 2024?
The Internal Revenue Service updates the tax refund status daily but overnight. So, it would be enough to check it once a day. Perhaps, it be be fine to check it after or while your have breakfast.
As soon as the IRS approves it, they will let you know about the date of your refund. Sometimes the Internal Revenue Service may have to contact you. If you can read that recommendation on your status, call them as soon as possible.
Bear in mind that even if the IRS sends your refund, your bank may need some time to send this tax refund money. If you asked for a paper check, the mail may take longer and severe weather conditions may cause delays.
