How to Check the Status of an Arkansas Tax Return

You can check the status of your Arkansas tax return on the Internet or by phone.

Arkansas taxpayers are taxed between 1 percent and 7 percent of their taxable income for state taxes. Many residents hope to get a refund when they file their Arkansas state tax return. By April 15 each year, Arkansas taxpayers must have their income taxes filed unless they have filed for an extension. To develop a better way to manage your state income taxes, Arkansas developed the Arkansas Taxpayer Access Point. This allows Arkansas taxpayers to check the status of their income tax return, as well as the estimated date of when they will receive their refund.

Things You'll Need

• Computer with Internet access
• Phone
• Tax return

Instructions

1. Sign up for access to the Arkansas Taxpayer Access Point. To register for access you will need your Social Security number, ZIP code and email address. After registration, you will receive an authorization code, which you must have to log in to the system. Your login can be up to 30 characters, and your password must be between 6 and 15 characters. If you cannot access your account, call the help desk of the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration at 877-280-2827, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

2. Log in into the Arkansas Taxpayer Access Point. Click on the Account Summary Tab. Tax returns filed with Arkansas will be listed under the account summary. To check on the status of a tax return, click on "Tax Accounts" on the left side of the page. The website will display the income tax filing and the status of the tax return. If your return is accepted, allow 10 days from date of acceptance for your refund.

3. Call the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration toll-free refund line or go to the agency's website to find the anticipated date of your tax refund. You can call an automated line at 800-438-1992 to check on your tax refund. You can also visit its website to inquire about your tax refund. Information is updated weekly. You will need a copy of your tax returns to verify your information to access the system.

References

• Bankrate: State Taxes
• Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration: Frequently Asked Questions

Resources

• Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration: Welcome to Arkansas Taxpayer Access Point