How to Check Status of Federal Tax Refund

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The Internal Revenue provides taxpayers an easy way to check on the status of their income tax returns through its website, IRS.gov. The service — called "Where's My Refund?" — will tell you whether your return has been processed and, if processing is complete, the result. It will inform you, for example, if you owe the IRS money or if you are due a refund. In the case of the latter, it will indicate when you may expect payment.

Things You'll Need

• internet
• SSN
• filing status
• amount of refund

Instructions

1. Visit irs.gov and click on "Check on Your Refund."

2. Click on "Where's My Refund?" in either the page title or the first paragraph of the narrative.

3. Provide the requested information, which includes your Social Security number, filing status, and the amount of your expected refund from your completed income tax return.

4. Click submit and view the results of your inquiry.

Tips & Warnings

• Alternatively, you may call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 to inquire about your refund.

• Beware of online scams. The IRS will never email you asking for personal information.

References

• IRS.gov: