2026 IRS Tax Refund Schedule And Direct Deposit Payment Calendar

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Tax return processing and refund payments continue to be bumpy this year given IRS budget cuts and introduction of several tax changes under Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill.

With over 160 million returns expected to be filed this tax season, many tax filers can expect processing delays beyond the standard guidelines shown below. The good news is refunds are expected to be larger.

When Can I Expect My Tax Refund?

According to the IRS refunds will generally be paid within 21 days. This includes accepting, processing and disbursing approved refund payments via direct deposit or check. This is regular days, not business days.

This was the basis for the estimated IRS refund schedule/calendar shown below, which has been updated to reflect the start date of IRS tax return processing this year.

The refund processing schedule is organized by IRS’ WMR/IRS2Go processing status‘. The listed dates are just week ending estimates and your refund could be paid anytime during the week based on your IRS cycle code (see more on that in sections below).

Further, as many tax filers have found out over the last few years, actual refund payment dates could be much longer if your return is pulled for mandated PATH, additional identity fraud/security checks, special handling or manual agency reviews.

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Tax Return is Accepted by IRS By:
(Status = Return Received)
IRS Processing Completed By:
(Status = Refund Approved)
Est. Refund Payment (DD) By:
(Status = Refund Sent)
January 26, 2026January 30, 2026February 6, 2026
February 2, 2026February 9, 2026February 13, 2026
February 9, 2026February 16, 2026February 20, 2026
February 16, 2026February 23, 2026February 27, 2026
February 23, 2026March 2, 2026March 6, 2026
March 2, 2026March 9, 2026March 13, 2026
March 9, 2026March 16, 2026March 20, 2026
March 16, 2026March 23, 2026March 27, 2026
March 23, 2026March 30, 2026April 3, 2026
March 30, 2026April 6, 2026April 10, 2026
April 6, 2026April 13, 2026April 17, 2026
April 13, 2026April 20, 2026April 24, 2026
April 20, 2026April 27, 2026May 1, 2026
April 27, 2026May 4, 2026May 8, 2026
May 4, 2026May 11, 2026May 15, 2026
May 11, 2026May 18, 2026May 22, 2026
May 18, 2026May 25, 2026May 29, 2026
May 25, 2026June 1, 2026June 5, 2026
June 1, 2026June 8, 2026June 12, 2026
June 8, 2026June 15, 2026June 19, 2026
June 15, 2026June 22, 2026June 26, 2026
June 22, 2026June 29, 2026July 3, 2026
June 29, 2026July 6, 2026July 10, 2026
July 6, 2026July 13, 2026July 17, 2026
July 13, 2026July 20, 2026July 24, 2026
July 20, 2026July 27, 2026July 31, 2026
July 27, 2026August 3, 2026August 7, 2026
August 3, 2026August 10, 2026August 14, 2026
August 10, 2026August 17, 2026August 21, 2026
August 17, 2026August 24, 2026August 28, 2026
August 24, 2026August 31, 2026September 4, 2026
August 31, 2026September 7, 2026September 11, 2026
September 7, 2026September 14, 2026September 18, 2026
September 14, 2026September 21, 2026September 25, 2026
September 21, 2026September 28, 2026October 2, 2026
September 28, 2026October 5, 2026October 9, 2026
October 5, 2026October 12, 2026October 16, 2026
October 12, 2026October 19, 2026October 23, 2026
October 19, 2026October 26, 2026October 30, 2026
October 26, 2026November 2, 2026November 6, 2026
November 2, 2026November 9, 2026November 13, 2026
November 9, 2026November 16, 2026November 20, 2026
November 16, 2026November 23, 2026November 27, 2026
November 23, 2026November 30, 2026December 4, 2026
November 30, 2026December 7, 2026December 11, 2026
December 7, 2026December 14, 2026December 18, 2026
December 14, 2026December 21, 2026December 25, 2026
December 21, 2026December 28, 2026January 1, 2027
December 28, 2026January 4, 2027January 8, 2027
January 4, 2027January 11, 2027January 15, 2027

The estimated IRS refund payment dates in the chart above should not be construed as official IRS payment dates. To get the exact date of your refund payment check the IRS’ Where is My Refund (WMR) site or your IRS transcript.

How to read the IRS refund processing schedule

The estimated refund payment dates in the table above are based on past years and IRS processing guidelines. It shows the date your refund will be processed and paid based on the week your return is accepted and refund is approved by the IRS.

The federal IRS refund processing schedule is only for electronically filed returns (e-file) done thorough online tax software providers and assumes your tax return was in order. I.e accepted by the IRS via the WMR tool and status is equal to “Return Received”.

Once your tax return is successfully processed by the IRS, it will go to the “Refund Approved” status, after which it goes to refund sent when the payment is disbursed by the IRS.

Paper filed returns can take considerably longer and could take 1 to 2 weeks longer than the direct deposit payment dates.

Average IRS Refund

Based on the latest statistics from the latest tax year the IRS processed over 160 million returns with the average refund payment of $3,138. This was 1% lower than the prior year.

Why Your Refund Payment Could be Delayed

There are many reasons your tax return processing could be delayed beyond what is shown in the standard schedule above. This includes submission errors, IRS reconciliation issues or security/fraud related issues.

This is why many filers are see the “Return Processing Has Been Delayed Beyond The Normal Timeframe (Tax Topic 152)” message during tax season.

Note that as in previous years, if you claimed the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC) your refund may have been delayed beyond the standard processing times due to the PATH act provisions.

This is to allow for fraud and dependent verification on these dependent related tax credits. See sections below for more on the PATH act and refund release timeline.

For those experiencing ongoing issues or delays with their refunds check out this article on “Why is it taking so long to get my refund.” 

IRS Test Batches – Early Refunds

A week or two prior to the IRS officially accepting and processing tax returns, they will often run several test batches with various major tax software providers to “test” and “verify” their systems are integrating externally and processing returns correctly.

This will result in WMR status updates for a small subset of tax payers picked in these early test batches, but refunds won’t be paid until after the official IRS processing date.

Note that early refunds paid as a result of test batch processing are not the same as those via refund advance loans.

When Should Taxpayers contact the IRS?

The IRS has said that phone and walk-in representatives can only research the status of your refund if it has been 21 days or more since you filed electronically, or more than 6 weeks since you mailed your paper return or if the IRS WMR tool directs you to contact them. 

You can also see earlier updates from prior tax seasons and the thousands of comments below this article around dealing with delayed tax refund processing issues!

So stay tuned and subscribe to get the latest updates and helpful articles for the upcoming tax season. I also post regular Youtube video updates on tax related topics.

Help! My WMR status bar has disappeared

As many folks have commented, the WMR tracker status bar may disappear or not be shown if your return falls under IRS review after it is received (Status Bar 1: Return Received) because additional information is needed for your return.

This can happen even if you previously checked WMR and it showed the status as “Return Received.”  An explanation or instructions will be provided depending on the situation (e.g. PATH message or Tax Topic 152 as discussed below)

But don’t panic when this happens. The IRS still has your return but things are essentially on hold until the IRS gets the additional information from you to continue processing your return . You will either get directions on WMR or IRS2Go or the IRS will contact you by mail. See more in this video.

Follow the provided instructions and return any additional information ASAP to get your potential refund and reduce any further delays. Talk to your accountant, tax advocate or tax professional if you are not clear on what the IRS is asking for or you don’t get an update after 21 days.

PATH Act and Tax Topic 152

Two of the most common refund related messages showing up on the WMR tool after your tax return is submitted are the PATH message and a reference to Tax Topic 152

The PATH message on WMR/IRS2Go relates to the the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes Act (PATH Act of 2015) and is to notify you that the IRS is legally required to hold and further verify tax returns that include EITC or ACTC.

While the IRS can continue to process affected returns, they cannot issue refund payments until the PATH act lifts. This generally happens from mid-February. See more in this article on PATH act processing for the current tax season.

Path ACT Refund
PATH Refund Delays

The PATH message does not mean your tax return is done and your tax refund is approved. It simply means the IRS systems have identified you are claiming the (EITC) or the (ACTC) on your tax return, and so further processing and payments related to your refund are held up for the statutory hold period (3 weeks after the start of tax season).

Once the PATH restriction is lifted, the IRS will process these returns and pay refunds per the above schedule. You may see Tax code 570 with a Notice 971 code (IRS review adjustment) if your refund is adjusted for other reasons.

When you see the “Refer to Tax Topic 152“ message it means your refund is being processed and the IRS is directing you its generic refund page for more information. There is not much you can do but wait to see if the IRS finds any issues or requires further verification of your identity or items in your tax return.

A Tax Topic 151 message simply means that you’re getting a tax offset which may result in your refund being less than you expected. The reason for this is that the federal government has “offset” or deducted monies from your tax refund to cover debts you owe other federal agencies. See this article to get more details on why your refund was offset.

You will get an official notice letter/report explaining the actual offset and adjustments to your tax return, and details on how to appeal this action – but likely it will delay you getting your refund.

While not great news, the silver lining here is that the IRS has processed your return and your adjusted refund (where applicable) should be on its way. You will see code 846 on your transcript when the refund has been issued.

What is the IRS Cycle Code on my Transcript?

While the above IRS refund schedule can give you an estimated date for you refund once approved (WMR/IRS2Go status) by the IRS, it may take a while to get there.

So some folks use their IRS tax transcript (free from your IRS account) which shows various tax processing codes and a “cycle code.” This is an eight digit number that indicates when your tax return posted to the IRS Master File (IMF).

The cycle code is updated regularly and when combined with the tax topic code, can provide insight into your tax refund status, processing stages and potential direct deposit date. You can see a deeper discussion on IRS cycle codes in this article.

IRS Tax Transcript Cycle Code

If I can see current year processing details on my IRS tax transcript does it mean I am getting my refund soon?

This question comes up a lot and I have seen a few comments on this suggesting that that if you can see current tax season processing details on your (free) transcript then your refund is on the way. But this is not a factual statement.

The IRS is very clear that just being able to see processing details on your IRS transcript does not mean you will imminently be getting a refund and is among the common myths and misconceptions repeated in social media.

For the current tax season you transcript will update several times in line with your cycle code (discussed above) and IRS processing. The official IRS line is that checking the WMR or IRS2Go tool is the best and official way to check your refund status.

However I have read a number of comments here and on other tax sites saying that when WMR/IRS2Go provides limited information on the refund, your IRS transcript can be a good source to get more details. The is especially the case if your refund processing has been stuck for a while.

IRS system issues and refund delays

Every year the IRS has issues with processing returns in a timely manner and so a number of people see delays in getting their refunds or updates in the status of their refund on the WMR tool/app.

The IRS has said most system processing issues have now been resolved and new funding will be used to upgrade systems.

But given the various legacy systems in place and sheer volume of processing to be done, including prior season backlogs of paper and amended returns, I would not be surprised to see system issues arise again this year, which mean more delays in processing and paying refunds. See more around processing delays in this video.

See these articles for average refund amounts in past tax seasons and refund processing times by state

Amended Tax Return Refund Schedule

While the IRS promises to have regular return refunds processed within 21 days for nine out of ten tax payers, it does take quite a bit longer to receive a refund if you amended your tax return.

Generally you will have to wait up to 16 weeks more for the IRS to process amended returns since they prioritize regular returns. Also note that the standard”Where’s my refund” service from the IRS does not track amended tax return status’. You need to instead use the IRS tool, “Where’s My Amended Return.”

You can also access the tool via phone by calling 1-866-464-2050.  Only call the IRS to follow up on delayed amended return refunds after 12 weeks. The number to call is 1-800-829-1040.

Q: How long does it take to get a tax refund in 2026?
A: The IRS issues most refunds within 21 calendar days of accepting your return — not business days. The fastest way to receive your refund is to e-file your return and choose direct deposit. Paper returns take 4 to 8 weeks. If your return requires additional review or you claimed the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC), your refund may take longer.

Q: When will I get my 2026 tax refund if I filed electronically?
A: If you e-filed and selected direct deposit, you can generally expect your refund within 10 to 21 days of the IRS accepting your return. The IRS began accepting 2026 returns on January 26, 2026. Filers who submitted on or around that date can expect deposits around February 13 to February 16, assuming no issues with their return.

Q: What is the PATH Act and how does it affect my refund?
A: The Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act requires the IRS to hold refunds for filers claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC) until at least mid-February. In 2026, the IRS confirmed it will lift the PATH Act hold and begin updating refund statuses on WMR and IRS2Go by February 21, 2026. Most PATH-held refunds will be deposited by March 2, 2026 for those who chose direct deposit with no other issues on their return.

Q: How do I check my IRS refund status?
A: The best way is to use the IRS “Where’s My Refund?” (WMR) tool at irs.gov/refunds or the IRS2Go mobile app. WMR updates once daily, usually overnight. You can check your status 24 hours after e-filing or 4 weeks after mailing a paper return. You will need your Social Security number, filing status, and exact refund amount to look up your status. You can also call the IRS refund hotline at 1-800-829-1954, though wait times are typically long during tax season.

Q: What does Tax Topic 152 mean?
A: Tax Topic 152 is a generic IRS reference code that simply means your refund is being processed and may take longer than 21 days. It is not a red flag or audit indicator — it appears on WMR for many standard returns and usually resolves on its own. It does not mean anything is wrong with your return.

Q: What is an IRS cycle code and what does it mean?
A: An IRS cycle code is an 8-digit number that appears on your tax transcript and indicates when your return posted to the IRS Master File. The first 4 digits are the tax year, the next 2 are the week of the year, and the last 2 digits indicate the day of the week your return was processed (01=Monday through 05=Friday). Combined with transaction codes on your transcript, your cycle code can give you a more precise estimate of your direct deposit date than WMR alone.

Q: Why is my refund taking longer than 21 days?
A: Several factors can delay a refund beyond 21 days: filing a paper return instead of e-filing, claiming the EITC or ACTC (PATH Act hold), errors or incomplete information on your return, identity verification requirements, an offset to pay a federal or state debt, or your return being selected for additional review. If it has been more than 21 days since e-filing or 6 weeks since mailing a paper return, you can call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040.

Q: Will I still receive a paper check refund in 2026?
A: In most cases no. Under Executive Order 14247, the IRS phased out paper refund checks effective September 30, 2025. For the 2026 tax season, the vast majority of filers must provide bank routing and account numbers to receive their refund via direct deposit. Limited exceptions exist for taxpayers without access to banking services. If your direct deposit is rejected by your bank, the IRS will freeze the refund and send a CP53E notice — you then have 30 days to provide updated bank details or the IRS will issue a paper check after 6 weeks.

Q: Can I use my IRS transcript to find my refund date?
A: Your transcript can provide more detail than WMR in some cases, but the IRS is clear that seeing processing details on your transcript does not guarantee your refund is imminent. Code 846 (Refund Issued) on your transcript with a current or future date is the best indicator that your refund has been approved and a deposit date is set. The official IRS guidance is to use WMR or IRS2Go as your primary refund status tool.

Q: What is the difference between my refund being accepted versus approved?
A: Accepted means the IRS has received your return and it has passed initial checks — this happens quickly, often within 24 hours of e-filing. Approved means the IRS has finished processing your return, verified your information, and confirmed the refund amount. Your deposit is scheduled only after your return is approved. WMR will show “Return Received,” then “Refund Approved,” then “Refund Sent” as your return moves through these stages.

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4,006 Comments on "2026 IRS Tax Refund Schedule And Direct Deposit Payment Calendar"

  1. “Wheres my refund ” says my refund was approved and will be sent to my bank on 2/22. However, I got a letter from the IRS saying my EITC is disallowed (I got $9 in EITC this year, usually it’s over $2500) and that I will hear from them in about 3 weeks !. I filed on 1/23 and was accepted the same day, so now whats the problem?. I have never had a problem with my taxes, ever. Did anyone else receive the letter?

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    1. Take into consideration your child’s age my son is 3 and I have not received the 2500 since he was 1. Also someone else could have claimed your child and received all your child tax credits except the $9. You should investigate.

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  2. Still nothing:-(

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    1. That was my reaction when i checked my account this morning..this sucks..seriously the worst tax season ever

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      1. This shit is the wrst how is all these ddd of 23 gettin theres and i have a ddd of the 22nd and still nothing plus i have the 2day early option smh..

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  3. I filed 2/1/2017 and still haven’t gotten any “acceptance” letter/email/phone call…. anyone else?

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  4. Netspend through TT deposited my money at Midnight. My DD was 2/23. Hope this helps

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    1. What really so you got your money awesome

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      1. Yes I did!!!! I was shocked but super excited

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      2. Since you recieved your refund earlier than your DDD did it say refund sent on the IRS website before you checked with your bank or did it just say refund approved

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    2. Happy for you..thats awesome..the rest of us are still going to wait..lol

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    3. I have netspend…… was hoping last night or this morning would have good news but no no refund yet…. this is so stupid…. this week should have been my vacation but now I’m sitting here with no money to go or do anything…. this sucks

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    4. Did you have fees taken out through turbo tax? I did my taxes and was accepted on 1/17 I was approved on the 18. I ha e did through B. O. A. and still no money

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  5. Well no refund yet

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    1. Here either

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      1. I’ll post as soon as it hits

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      2. Check your account for NetSpend it’s there or call I’m a happy camper

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  6. I filed with tax act and received a debit card from their website. As of Friday I have an official ddd for the 22nd will I receive it Tues due to direct deposit

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  7. My dd is said to be feb 23. I have them loading it to an emerald card and yes i file for both the tax credits which held it til the 15th. Should i be praying for an early arrival of my funds knowing all this info i just stated?

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    1. Please keep me posted.

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  8. Hey! I just wanted to know if my refund will be here today? If I have the Jackson Hewitt card and my refund date is the 23rd??

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  9. Hey does anyone have rushcard?

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  10. Netspend gives refunds an paycheck deposits 2 days early I kno cuz I been with them 4 5 years an both always came 2 days early so if u have a net spend card u will get your money tomorrow if your ddd is for the 23rd

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    1. Ashli do u know What time they deposit

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      1. It comes different time in 2015 it came 3 in the am last year it came 5 in the evening it’s different time frame

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      2. Thank u ashli 3am would be lovely but 5 Would work to lol… This has been the most stressful year for taxes ever… What happened to just being simple people work hard for their so why can’t they just give it back without all the extra nonsense

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        1. Yes lol I was so stressed but the wait I see over now let’s jus spend wisely lol …

      3. From the sounds of it its still gonna be a while i used tt but ashli I will defently spend wisely hell I may not spend till Dec if i know I’m gonna be waiting till March of next year to get 2017 refund LOL..

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        1. Right lol ….hopefully everybody will get they money by the beginning of march or before I hope all get wat they worked hard for ….have a blessed night

        2. I jus got my refund so there’s hope ..at 10:28 Ct yes amen

  11. I talked to an h&r block person there will be no pending if u have a card from them it won’t be early it will be on the same day I have mine on the 23rd so she said I have to wait until the 23rd that there will be my money on there I talked to a supervisor so don’t get mad at me for posting this that’s what she told me and its true bec I didn’t get it early but on the day my fate was

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    1. Damn damn damn!

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  12. I filed mine through TT and paid up front on Jan 29. The IRS refund says accepted and processing….I helped my daughter file hers through efile for free on Jan 30 and her refund came on Feb 9th….talk about frustration…ugg

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  13. From Jazzy..

    Update:

    Although, Treasury and Banks state they are closed; a lot of actions are going on behind the scene. Trust me IRS started releasing funds on the midnight of the 15th – 18th to the treasury. The treasury has the ability to send funds out electronically automatically within min/hours to banks. They processed over 15 millions returns during that time frame.

    Those who had dates of 22nd, most got their refund deposited on Friday. I was one of them. Those on the 23rd are the ones that will get theirs on Tues/Wed. The banks have the funds already; they just aren’t releasing until starting midnight tonight up until Wed…

    Think about it, if it only takes let’s just say 24/48 hours for the banks to get the refunds from the treasury…then those that went out on the 15-16…reached the banks in time for Friday releases. Those on 17-18 will release on Tues/Wed.

    It is the bank that are holding those refunds until after the holiday…IRS warned the delay are with the BANKS, not the Treasury or them…keep in mind banks do need time to reload and have cash brought in by (Armour) trucks or whatever means they use to reload their volts…to be able to have the capability to pay out those refunds if people wants cash in hand, instead of relying on debits/credits usage.

    Keep that in mind…

    IRS had this strategy planned long time ago when they started that PATH law…they knew how they was going to roll out the releases…Treasury Dept has the capabilities to release without being Opened.

    My mom/dad gets SS and their checks are released (5) days and their bank hold it in “pending” status until the date on the check…the same thing for Refunds…some banks don’t hold (depends) on your bank policy. My credit union don’t hold…

    Don’t be fooled…technology allows anything to process in real time…electronically means just that…real time….just like an email can come from me to you….within minutes.

    Oh by the way everyone take a look at your WMR up until you actually get your refund. I have read where some have posted that Sat they had DDD, then Sunday it changed back to ..”we are processing your return…and this weekend that got a ltr 4883 (id verification) or 4464c, and letters asking to fax 1095 health form…varies issues…their DDD was pulled and placed back on hold….

    So, don’t spend that money until you actually have it in your bank account/hands…IRS is pulling a lot of tricks this year…

    I am pulling for you all to see that deposit in the morning…please keep us all updated.

    Oh by the way, I purchased that 2014 Altima this morning. Got a great deal (President) special and with cash I was able to negotiate the price down along with discounts…for all those who are car buying…this was a great day for doing it…car lots or overstocked and practically giving them away…lol. (well) not really “giving”…lol.

    I am one Happy Camper today…hope you all will be soon.

    Good Luck…

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    1. How do you know if they want your I’d or other info? I have it saying the 23rd and it’s not even saying it’s pending.

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    2. Who got their refund posted friday? Because i got a date of feb 23rd and now i am excited that ill get mine tonight

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      1. Me too same here… are the chances good if you dd was the 23 that it kay come tonight? I went thru jackson hewitt and the lady said it might be fri or next monday…i think shes full of it, and because she doesn’t know, shes telling people that. I have the serve card, and its not showing pending.. and how are those people with the dd of the 23rd already getting theirs? Does that mean ours should come thru tonight?

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    3. Hey jazzy do u know anything about what may going on with tt..

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      1. I have a deposit date of 2/23 also. I filed through TurboTax.. Hoping the money comes in at Midnight TONIGHT going into 2/22. I have always gotten my deposit a few days before the date the irs gave me so its weird I have not gotten it yet….patiently waiting…

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  14. No taxes yet. It’s telling me by Feb 23

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  15. I posted well over a month ago about turbo tax and how they have TOTALLY screwed their customers and was called bad names and told not yo comment on this site again . Guess what ? You still haven’t gotten your refund and should have on the 18th !! Now they sayin “by” the 27yh . Good luck with that ! Call me what you want now but you won’t get your money any faster – just don’t use turbo any more !!!!!!

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    1. Has nothing to do with turbo tax..its the irs..i filed through turbo tax..i filrd on 18th of january and just finally got a date. None the less its not their fault as to how long it takes to get your money.

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      1. Send a reply back on March 8th when you still haven’t gotten your money Mona !

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    2. What does it have to do with turbo tax? Mine barley just got approved by the dang irs on Saturday but I had state in a week. I’ve never had a problem with them. Right now it’s the dang holiday in the way!

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      1. Scoll down on this site for the past 5 days ! Yes it is turbo and their bank and your bank and yes this week the holiday ! Watch the NEWS !! It’s not just me – it’s everyone involved with turbo ! KEEP USING THEM AND KEEP LETTING THEM HOLD YOUR MONEY . It’s your choice – Good luck !!!!!

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    3. Are they holding everyone’s that has used them or just the ones paying fees I asked another person on this sight but didn’t get a respond also how can u contact them to find out I use them every year and never had any problems wit them

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  16. I filed mines on 1/27 the next day I checked it said recieved on 2/13 it disappeared has a messAge staying it’s still being processed but it had a Tax Topic 152 on it so my tax preparer sent it faced it in today for market place insurance do anyone know how long it’ll be before they release my tax return.

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    1. The U.S. Internal Revenue Service will no longer require tax filers to indicate whether they had health coverage or paid a penalty set under Obamacare, dealing a blow to a pillar of the healthcare law, the website Reason.com reported.

      Republican President Donald Trump, who has pledged to dismantle the 2010 Affordable Care Act, signed an order on Jan. 20, his first day in office, to freeze regulations and take other steps to weaken the law known as Obamacare.

      Reason.com, the website of the monthly free-market-oriented magazine Reason, reported late on Tuesday that the IRS, citing Trump’s executive order, said it would no longer require taxpayers to declare their coverage status on their tax forms.

      “The IRS has decided to make changes that would continue to allow electronic and paper returns to be accepted for processing in instances where a taxpayer doesn’t indicate their coverage status,” it quoted the IRS as saying in a statement.

      “Processing silent returns means that taxpayer returns are not systemically rejected, allowing them to be processed and minimizing burden on taxpayers, including those expecting a refund,” the statement said.

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  17. Has any one here gotten there refund deposited onto a Walmart prepaid card? And if so will they deposit funds earlier than the DD

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  18. I did my taxes through turbo tax and got a ddd of 2/22. Has anyone with the same situation as me gotten theirs?

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    1. Hi Beth, I also did my taxes through tt with a direct deposit date 2/22, I have not received my refund as of date.

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      1. Nykky did u have have fees taking out taken out from what I’ve read it seems people that have are having issues with tt bank releasing their money.. I’ve also read that alot of people got their dd on thur and Fri that had a date of the 22nd… U could see what bank tt uses and call and see if that is true. I have dd date for the 23rd..I used tt to but no fees coming out But i think I’m gonna call tt bank and see if its true…

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        1. HI Carmen. Yes I had fees coming out and have already tried reaching out to their bank sbbt. However, my mom had this years tax done through same company tt and she had no fees and no refund yet.

      2. I went through TT, and paid up front. I filed 1/31 and my status according to the IRS page reads received and processing. This wait is very frustrating

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      3. I used TT and have a DDD for 2/22. There are no fees to be taken out. It’s to go right in my Citibank account! I haven’t got my deposit yet!

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  19. Hi heres an update with those going throw Republic Bank. They said they will be getting refunds by tomorrow since today is a Holiday. The place that i filed only got 2 refunds there with the date of 2/23 so im hoping for tomorrow.

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  20. Well if anyone gets theres please update Thanks

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  21. Hi I people are saying the irs are working today to release refunds. this that true?

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    1. Customer service is working. Not sure about releasing funds. The federal reserve is closed though so if they are released they may not be processed today.

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    2. Yes i just talked to them

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  22. Well if it comes in today I’ll will gladly let everyone know

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  23. My status bar is still gone and it says still being processed. Mine was accepted by irs end of jan!

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    1. My status bar disappeared on Saturday and says your refund is still being processed. Mine was accepted Jan. 31st but when I called the IRS on Saturday they said they didn’t receive my refund until 2/8. I have to wait 21 days from 2/8 to call back if I still don’t have my return. This is crazy.

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  24. Sbbt?

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    1. That is the bank that TurboTax use to withdraw the fee that they charge and then the will send the rest to your account.

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  25. What is Abby?

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  26. Hello still waiting for mine to come in sucks today is a holiday

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  27. hi

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    1. Hi amber

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  28. Is there anyone else who filed with TT and ad fees taken out through SBBT that has gotten either an update from SBBT or their refund? this is getting ridiculous ! LOL..

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    1. Gigi it’s passed ridiculous! I’m waiting on SBBT to update! This is so crazy!! You can’t even talk to LIVE person @ SBBT

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    2. I have not either… It is getting a bit ridiculous. I am just hoping my refund is not affected

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    3. Civista Banking is one of 2 banks used for the refund processing service if you chose to pay the TurboTax fees out of your Federal refund. A temporary account is opened in one of those 2 banks in your name to receive your deposit before it later goes on to your bank.

      If you chose the option to pay the TurboTax fees out of your Federal refund, that is handled by an intermediary company called SBTPG (Santa Barbara Tax Products Group). SBTPG receives your funds from the IRS at one of their two banks, subtracts the fees, then sends the rest on to your bank. SBTPG uses one of 2 banks–Civista Banking of Sandusky, OH, or Green Dot Bank.

      In addition, if the direct deposit from SBTPG’s bank to your bank fails for any reason, it bounces back to SBTPG’s bank, who will issue you a check by mail. You can log into your temporary account at SBTPG and check the status there. See more at TurboTax website

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  29. on the 18th there was a big update, when is the next big update?

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    1. Wensday and Saturday

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  30. All banks are open tomorrow. But I think it’s treasurer may be closed since it’s the government… It’s not even the real president day….It’s president day observed

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    1. yes it is today is a holiday

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  31. I really hope it comes in tomorrow but if not then Tuesday

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    1. Ikr

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  32. I filed January 20th. Through jackson hewitt. Paid for the damn deluxe edition. 70.00 for state and federal. They didn’t even send it off til the 4th of Feb. Said computer issues. Just now was it accepted and approved. Expect direct deposit by the 23rd. This is crazy rediculous.

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    1. I filed mine on 1/23, and have a deposit date of 2/23 – so I don’t think it would have made much of a difference, if that helps at all!

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  33. Just two days ago tons of ppl was commenting now that ppl got their DDD noone comments lol

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    1. Lol right …

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    2. Most people who have their their refunds loaded onto a prepaid card have received theirs before their direct deposit date.
      Those of us that have actual bank/checking accounts more than likely have to wait until the direct deposit date. It is good to know though that its approved and have a date.

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      1. I filed with Jackson Hewitt an ik tons of ppl that filed with them with the same DDD that got theirs im here waiting feeling like im never gonna get it lol

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  34. Hi i filed with Liberty tax on 1/19/2016 and my DDD is 2/23 has anyone gotten theres yet from Liberty tax?

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    1. I filed with Jackson Hewitt with a DDD OF 23rd an i dint get mine but my brother with same date an same tax professional an he got his already

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      1. Yeah mine to it was accepted on the 24 of January and it tells me that they are complete but on where’s my refund nothing shows up why

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  35. But mine comes on a net spend card

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  36. Did mine jan-28 it say supposed to be in my bank by 23 can it come on Monday I need it been wAitin to long

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    1. monday is a holiday

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  37. I filed my taxes last month sometime before the 15th ,I Got a Letter Friday saying I need too verify my identity I called the same day n they said everything’s fine n it will take 6 To 9 Weeks to get money,
    Will I get my money the 27th instead of me having to wait longer

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  38. My taxes was accepted on feb 4 but when i use the where’s my refund it keeps say they can’t give me information, it’s been 24 n 72 hours.

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  39. I filed January the 20th with eic. 2-15 it updated to say it had been received and was being processed. 2-18 it gave a message saying it would be sent to my bank by 2-23 and it should be available by 2-28. I wonder if it might be available around the 23rd. I hope so. If anybody has received theirs early after a date like that let me know please. Otherwise I’ll let everybody know about mine.

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    1. Just hold on a little bit longer. You may actually receive it earlier especially if your bank has the days earlier option. Mine supposed to be the 22nd but i bank through american express and im supposed to get it 2days earlier. If i get it in the am ill let you know. Also check your banking options when it comes to direct deposits you may be able to get it up to 5days early

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    2. My brother got his an he has the same date but filed with Jackson Hewitt

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    3. Cassie have you gotten your return yet?

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      1. No, I haven’t. Have you by any chance? I’m starting to get irritated. I’ve changed my withholdings. No need in getting back 12,000 if you have to wait this long for it. They would be charging us interest if it were the other way around.

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  40. 1/29 i filed n its the 19th and still nothing i was planning on getting my son things he needs

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    1. Volinda J blackburn

      I got accepted the 17th of jan and still today says processing with everything on the left hand side i need help is that a good thing

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  41. I filed on 1-26-17 then 2-8-17 I checked there was one bar saying received I checked again on 2-15 there was the message stating my refund is still being processed a date will be provided when available until today nothing has changed I really need my money in going threw hard times right now.

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    1. I had the same issue. Bar never moved again after saying received. Checked my balance at the bank, and it had been deposited on Friday 2/17. On 2/18, it finally gave a date saying Feb 23.

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      1. So u got it Rhonda Stephens mines said same thing

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      2. Who do you bank with? I’m just curious because I also have a date of the 23 and I’m crossing my fingers that I’ll wake up to it. A friend of mine filed 2 weeks after I did also had the child and eic had a date of the 23 and recieved hers on Friday but she has a net spend card

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  42. How long will this processing take i know people who filed on the 12 of feb and they have a date but i did mines on the 4th and still nothing

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    1. If you didnt get a date on the 18th you will get a date this week for Saturday or next week the irs said the latest is week of the 27th

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  43. This is getting rediculous now

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    1. When did you file ?? I filed on 1/03 was accepted same day and I’m still waiting. Now that is ridiculous !!!!!

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      1. I finally did get a mail date ” by 2/24 ” whatever “by” means. Hoping this shit be over Tuesday !!!!

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  44. Did anyone get their money yet that has a DDD for feb 23rd

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    1. No not yet

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  45. I did mines on the 1 of February, meanwhile everyone got dates but mines is still being processed and I did mines with TT

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    1. I filed mines 02/07 and was accepted the same day. A few days later the bars were gone. Now I am getting the message “: Your tax return is still being processed” A date will be provided to you once available. Tax Topic 152… I claimed EITC. Can someone please explain what this means?

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  46. Sunday and waiting and hoping 4 check on Tuesday. After all this fiasco I have changed the way my taxes are being withheld. I’ll get more money each week but less to ” wait ” for next year. They can’t keep/hold what I don’t give them !! Just let em take the bare minimum required by law !

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    1. I changed my withholding too lol

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      1. Smart move Cassie . After taxes taken out of my check ( 2 exemptions ) I’m taking an additional 8% and putting it in bank through my employer . I get more money each week now cause I pay 1/2 the taxes I was before and saving the extra . Next year while everyone’s ” waiting ” , I’ll be on vacation-ha !!!!

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  47. I had a PATH act message that appeared Jan 27th 2017. I filed on the 26th. It stayed there until Feb. 15th when it was replaced by a generic message of “we have recieved your return and are processing it” no tax topic no bars etc. Then the big update on Feb. 18th I checked WMR on irs.gov and had “refund aprroved” with 2 orange bars and a DDD of Feb 23rd. It also directed me to call if I didn’t receive my funds by Feb. 27th. Remember guys that the 20th of Feb is a holiday so banks are closed. Your deposit might be held an extra day or two because of this. Hopes this helps

    Blessed in Georgia

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    1. Depends on the bank. I have etrade bank and they deposit and make available the funds right away. I have the 22nd as well and the holiday won’t hold mine up. Didn’t last year. So depends on the bank. I had chase years ago and they where slow and put a hold on it for three days. That’s why the irs says wait untill the 27th. Some banks hold funds for anything over 1k.

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      1. Anonymous information

        I too have a DDD of 2/23 we possibly can have cash tomorrow thanks to 2 day early availability so check

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      2. Parker did u get your refund?

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  48. curious individual

    Hi when TT take out their money out your tax refund do you still receive your money on the day IRS told you?

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    1. I need to know that too… My co-worker said she received hers the same day they told her on WMR…

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  49. I have been able to order both my account & return transcripts since 1/30. I get the EIC & ACTC. Mine said Approved on 2/16 with a DD for 2/22. I have a CPA that I have do mine for 6 years now.

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  50. Do Anyone know how long will it take for bars to come back if it just saying being processed its no code or nothing at the bottom

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    1. Did you claim any credits? Because if you did we all had to wait till the 15th of feb then they started dispersing funds. My opinion is call the irs in the morning an ask they are working on Saturday and Sundays due to the hold on taxs

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    2. I would like to know also mine is the same way and another friend I know did hers the same day and already received hers and my dad did his a day after me and has gotten a message saying approved and to be sent by the 22nd. We all did it at the same place and all had earned income credit so why does mine have no bar

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