Resource Center — Refunds

Where’s my refund?

Check the status of your federal refund with the IRS, then find the official refund tracker for your state.

Federal refund

IRS Where’s My Refund

Use the IRS tool to check your federal refund 24 hours after you e-file a current-year return, or about four weeks after you mail a paper return. You need your Social Security number or ITIN, your filing status, and the exact refund amount on your return. The IRS issues most refunds in less than 21 days.

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State refunds

Find your state’s refund tracker.

U.S. territories

Every link goes to the official state or territory tax agency. Links open in a new tab. Agencies sometimes move their pages; if a link does not work, search for your state’s department of revenue and “where’s my refund.” Links checked October 2026.

Is your refund late or smaller than expected?

An IRS notice or an offset can delay or change a refund. We can pull your transcript and find out why.