How far behind is the IRS in processing refunds?
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 is my tax refund why does it still say processing?
Why does the Where’s My Refund Tool still say ‘processed? ‘ Many are saying if you see a long delay it’s probably because you reported inaccurate information. This could be an issue with your stimulus checks if you claimed them, the child tax credit, or earned income tax credit.
Why is my refund processing taking so long?
Your return could have been flagged as fraudulent because of identity theft or fraud. Some returns are taking longer because of corrections needed that are related to the earned-income tax credit and the pandemic-related stimulus payments (officially termed a “Recovery Rebate Credit”).
Why is my tax refund delayed?
Most taxpayers receive their refund within 21 days of filing, but sometimes the check is not in the mail or deposited to your bank account as quickly as you would like. Often, delays in receiving tax refunds are caused by matters within your control. Once you become aware of the issues that cause delays, you can take steps to avoid them.
Is your return processing delayed beyond the normal timeframe?
Rather, it tends to surface very generic and unhelpful messages like, “Your return processing has been delayed beyond the normal timeframe.” Of course, anyone who is waiting for a refund check to arrive in their bank account would already know that.
How long does it take the IRS to process a refund?
For the latest information on IRS refund processing, see the IRS Operations Status page. It’s taking more than 21 days for IRS to issue refunds for certain mailed and e-filed 2020 tax returns that require review, And, in some cases, this work could take 90 to 120 days.
How often does the IRS update where’s my refund tool?
The tool is updated once a day, usually overnight, and gives taxpayers a projected refund issuance date as soon as it’s approved. It’s also one of the most popular online features available from IRS. The Where’s My Refund? tool was developed in 2002 and was used by taxpayers more than 776 million times in 2021.