How often does the IRS update?

- You can start checking on the status of your return sooner - within 24 hours after we receive your e-filed return or 4 weeks after a mailed paper return. It's Up-to Date! - It's updated every 24 hours - usually overnight -- so you only need to check once a day. There's no need to call IRS unless Where's My Refund?
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What times does the IRS update refund status?

"Where's My Refund" is updated no more than once every 24 hours, usually overnight, so taxpayers don't need to check the status more often.
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How many times a day does IRS update?

Once the tax return is processed, “Where's My Refund?” will tell a taxpayer when their refund is approved and provide a date when they can expect to receive it. “Where's My Refund?” is updated no more than once every 24 hours, usually overnight, so there's no need to check the status more often.
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Does the IRS update daily or weekly?

However, major status updates for tax return processing and refund status for daily accounts (cycle codes 01 to 04) usually occur on Wednesdays; and major status updates on weekly (05 cycle code) accounts are generally on Saturdays.
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Does the IRS update refund status on weekends?

Absolutely. WMR only updates once every 24 hours though.
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What time on Wednesday does the IRS update?

Wednesday: 3:30 a.m. to 6 a.m. Thursday: 3:30 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Friday: 3:30 a.m. to 6 a.m. Saturday: 3:30 a.m. to 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. to Midnight.
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What time in the morning does the IRS deposit?

Normally they sent to your bank between 12am and 1am. That does not mean it will go directly into your bank account. You bank can take up to 5 days to deposit it but normally it only takes a few hours.
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How long does it take for IRS to approve refund after it is accepted?

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's My Refund? has the most up to date information available about your refund. The tool is updated daily so you don't need to check more often.
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Is the IRS behind in processing refunds?

The IRS continues to work on the few remaining 2021 individual tax returns that have processing issues or require additional information from the taxpayer. As of June 10, the IRS had processed more than 4.5 million of the more than 4.7 million individual paper tax returns received in 2021.
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How long does it take for your refund to be approved?

They will provide an actual refund date as soon as the IRS processes your tax return and approves your refund. Most refunds will be issued in less than 21 days. You can start checking the status of your refund within 24 hours after you have e-filed your return.
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What does it mean when IRS says your refund is being processed 2021?

This means the IRS has your tax return and is processing it. Your personalized refund date will be available as soon as the IRS finishes processing your return and confirms that your refund has been approved. Most refunds are issued in less than 21 days.
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Why has my refund been accepted but not approved?

First, they look for things like back taxes and unpaid child support. If they find any debts, they'll offset (reduce) your refund to cover the outstanding amount. Once they are satisfied that you have no outstanding debts, they will approve and then issue your refund.
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Why is my refund still being processed?

Reasons Your Tax Refund Can Be Delayed

Missing information. A need for additional review. Possible identity theft or tax fraud. A claim for an earned income tax credit or an additional child tax credit.
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Why are 2021 refunds delayed?

The COVID-19 pandemic, a backlog of returns from last year and a worker shortage may add up to long delays. PROCTORVILLE, Ohio (WSAZ) - According to the IRS, as of April 29, 2022, there were more than 9.6 million unprocessed individual returns which include returns received before 2022, and new tax year 2021 returns.
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Is the IRS still processing 2020 tax returns?

The IRS announced yesterday that all processing on original, error-free individual tax returns filed in 2021 will be completed this week.
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How far behind are tax refunds?

The IRS has generally been able to process a refund within two weeks for an electronically filed tax return and up to six weeks for a paper tax return. Hearing that something that once took six weeks can now take six months is simply shocking.
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How do I know if my refund has been approved?

To check the status of your federal tax return go to Where's My Refund? at IRS.gov. It will say 'approved' if it is approved. Or go to our e-file status lookup tool to get your current status (pending, accepted, or rejected).
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Is it good when the IRS accepts your return?

When you receive confirmation that the IRS accepted your return, it means that they have reviewed your return, and it has passed their initial inspection. They verify your personal information and other basic items, like if your dependents have already been claimed by someone else.
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What does 152 mean on tax refund?

One of the more common questions refers to Topic 152, and this simply means that you are going to get a refund. The IRS has said in their guidelines that 90% of tax filers should get their refund within 21 days of filing this year, and it's worth bearing in mind that these are normal days, not 'business days'.
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Is it true IRS only updates on Wednesday?

The IRS only updates your refund status information once per week on Wednesdays. If you e-file your tax return, wait at least 72 hours from the date the IRS confirms receipt of your return before checking your refund status, and at least three weeks if you mail the return instead.
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How long does stimulus direct deposit take?

Which days are stimulus/EIP payments made and when will they be in my bank account? The above table shows the date payments are issued by the IRS. It generally takes 2 to 5 business days after the start/issue date for the payment to hit your bank account (and 1 to 2 weeks for checks or debit cards).
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What does it mean when the IRS says they have received your tax return and it is being processed?

"Being processed" means you are only that much closer to getting your refund. It means they must first process your return and then approve your refund. It can take anywhere from a few days to 3 weeks to go from acceptance to approval. Keep tracking your IRS return on the IRS website at https://www.irs.gov/refunds.
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