Where's My Refund?
Official Tax Refund Tracking
IRS - Where's My Refund?
Official IRS tool to track your federal tax refund status. Available 24/7 with real-time updates.
Track Federal RefundState Tax Refunds
Track your state tax refund through your state's official tax website.
Find State Refund TrackerWhat You Need to Track Your Refund
To check your refund status, you'll need:
- Your Social Security Number (SSN)
- Your filing status (Single, Married Filing Jointly, etc.)
- The exact refund amount shown on your tax return
Refund Timeline
- E-filed returns: Usually processed within 21 days
- Paper returns: Can take 6-8 weeks to process
- Returns with errors: May take longer to process
- Amended returns: Can take up to 16 weeks
Common Refund Delays
- Missing or incorrect information on your return
- Identity verification requirements
- Claiming certain tax credits (EITC, Child Tax Credit)
- Math errors or incomplete forms
Refund Status Meanings
- Return Received: IRS has received your return
- Refund Approved: Your refund has been processed
- Refund Sent: Your refund is on its way