What time does the IRS update the 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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What time does the IRS update their system?

Note that the IRS only updates tax return statuses once a day during the week, usually between midnight and 6 a.m. They do not update the status more than once a day, so checking throughout the day will not give you a different result. Should I call the IRS to check my federal tax refund status?
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What day of the week does the IRS update refund status?

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 it take IRS to update refund status?

tool on IRS.gov. If taxpayers file electronically, they should wait twenty-four hours before checking the status of their refund. If taxpayers file a paper return, they should wait four weeks before checking the status.
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How long does it take for 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 time of day does the IRS update refund status?



Does the IRS update refund status daily?

"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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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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Does the IRS update refund status on weekends?

Absolutely. WMR only updates once every 24 hours though.
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Why does it say your tax return is still being processed a refund date will be provided when available?

If your tax return status is "Still Being Processed" your tax return could be essentially on hold until the IRS corrects any issues and/or gets the additional information from you to continue processing your return.
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How do you know if your IRS weekly or daily?

The best way to find out whether you are weekly or daily is to look at your prior year transcript(unless something drastically changed between this year and that year.) If you previously received your tax refund on a Wednesday, then you would be weekly. If it was on a Friday, then you were daily processed.
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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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Does the IRS website update on Sundays?

Does the irs approve refunds on Sunday or can status changes be made on Sundays? Yes.
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What time on Wednesday does the IRS update?

However, the IRS only updates tax return statuses once a day during the week. This update usually happens between midnight and 6am. The agency does not update the status more than once a day, so checking throughout the day will not give you a different result.
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Does the IRS release funds at midnight?

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Sunday: 12 a.m. (Midnight) to 7 p.m. Monday: 12 a.m. (Midnight) to 6 a.m. Tuesday: 3:30 a.m. to 6 a.m. Wednesday: 3:30 a.m. to 6 a.m.
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Do refunds post at midnight?

Some banks post deposits at midnight, others do not post deposits until the bank is open. Also depending on your bank, it can be 1-5 days processing time from when the IRS or state states the refund has been sent.
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How often should I check status of my refund?

The IRS updates the tool once a day, usually overnight, so there's no need to check more often. Calling the IRS won't speed up a tax refund.
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What does it mean when the IRS says your tax return has been received and is being processed?

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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What does your tax return is still being processed a refund date will be provided when available Topic 152?

If you get the message, “Your tax return is still being processed. A refund date will be provided when available,” don't be alarmed because many people will see this on their tax transcript. It just means that the IRS is still processing your tax return.
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Does being processed mean approved?

Refund has been processed means that they have approved and are ready to send you your refund. Your return being processed mean that your tax return is being processed. Your status should change from being processed to accepted and then a date given for your refund.
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How do I know if my tax return was 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 being processed meaning?

"Being processed" means that the IRS is reviewing your return. The IRS issues most refunds in about 21 days, although some returns take more time to review.
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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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Does Wmr update everyday?

According to the IRS WMR can update any day of the week (but only once a day at most). This is because the IRS still works across many legacy systems and programs which process tax returns in batches or cycles (see how to find your processing cycle code).
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