How to Check Your Irs Tax Refund Status

Awaiting for your IRS tax return can seemingly take forever. Luckily, there are ways to check the status of your tax return. This article will provide you with step by step instructions on how to go about checking the status of your IRS.

Instructions

1. Gather Required Information

   Gather together all of the info you need to get started in checking your tax refund status. The three key pieces of information you will need to check on this is:

   -Exact amount owed to the IRS
   -Social Security Information
   -Marital Status

   Failure to provide accurate information may result in you not being able to check your tax return status.

2. Check Online

   Access your web browser and log on to the main IRS website at www.IRS.com. Once you have logged on to the IRS's website, simply click on the link labeled 'Wheres My Return'. Enter all required information and the status of your tax return will be provided for you. The IRS updates this information as your return progresses along.

3. Check Over The Phone

   Pick up the phone and call the IRS tax refund department. This department can be reached by calling 1-800-829-1954. Once you have gotten through, provide the agent with all required information,i.e. Social Security number, amount owed, etc.

4. Check For Updates

   Whether you choose to look up your tax refund status online or over the phone, be sure to check it often to keep tabs on whether or not your check has been processed/sent.