Can I call the IRS to check my refund status?
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Can I call the IRS to check my refund status?
Where’s My Refund? at IRS.gov. If you do not have internet access, call IRS’s Refund Hotline at 1-800-829-1954.
How do I contact the IRS about my refund after 21 days?
Though the chances of getting live assistance are slim, the IRS says you should only call the agency directly if it’s been 21 days or more since you filed your taxes online, or if the Where’s My Refund tool tells you to. You can call 800-829-1040 or 800-829-8374 during regular business hours.
Why is IRS refund taking so long?
Things that can delay a refund: The return has errors, is incomplete or is affected by identity theft or fraud. The return needs a correction to the child tax credit or recovery rebate credit amount.
How long will my refund status say processing?
The IRS issues more than 9 out of 10 refunds in less than 21 days. However, it’s possible your tax return may require additional review and take longer. Where’s My Refund? has the most up to date information available about your refund. The tool is updated daily so you don’t need to check more often.
Why is my refund still processing After 21 days 2021?
If it has been over 21 days since your return was being accepted by the IRS (or 6 weeks if you filed a paper return) and the tax refund status has not changed or WMR has no updated message for delays, you can call the IRS and speak with an agent concerning your tax refund.
How do I check the status of my tax refund?
Online Tools and Resources 1 Check Refund Status 2 File a Return 3 Correct/Amend a Return. Telephone Assistance: IRS live phone assistance is extremely limited at this time. For Economic Impact Payment questions, call 800-919-9835.
How do I contact the IRS by phone?
IRS live phone assistance is extremely limited at this time. For Economic Impact Payment questions, call 800-919-9835. Where’s My Refund? Expecting a refund? The IRS issues more than 9 out of 10 refunds in less than 21 days.
What do I do if I Lost my refund check?
I lost my refund check. How do I get a new one? Call us at 800-829-1954 (toll-free) and either use the automated system or speak with an agent. However, if you filed a married filing jointly return, you can’t initiate a trace using the automated systems.
When should I call the IRS to get my refund?
You should only call if it has been: 21 days or more since you e-filed 6 weeks or more since you mailed your return, or when “Where’s My Refund” tells you to contact the IRS
