NEW YORK — One of the first important dates of the Revenue Agency calendar for the season of taxes it’s January 17thwhich is the last day taxpayers can make their estimated tax payments for 2022 if they haven’t paid the year’s income tax by withholding (or haven’t paid enough tax this way).
In addition to learning about key tax dates with the agency, many taxpayers are looking for a way to know when they will receive their state and federal tax refunds.
Here’s how you can find out where your tax refund is if you haven’t received it or want to know if you’ve already received it.
How do I check the status of my federal refund?
You can use the IRS tool Where is my refund?or in English Where is my refund?which now allows you to track tax refunds dating back two years.
To use the tool, you’ll need your Social Security number or ITIN, marital status, and the exact amount of your intended repayment.
If you file a joint return, you must record the identification number that appears first on the return.
Most states also require you to provide the exact refund amount. Some states require the taxpayer to round the figure to the nearest amount, but some states, such as Vermont, require the exact amount.
Other states may also require your date of birth, filing year, marital status, and even your zip code.
HOW IS THE PROCESS
use the tool Where is my refund? or the mobile application IRS2Go to check your refund online. These systems are updated once every 24 hours and are the fastest and easiest way to track your refund.
You can call the Revenue Agency at no 800-829-8954 or al 1-800-829-1040 to check the status of the refund. Wait times to speak to a representative can be long. But you can avoid the wait by using the automated phone system. Follow the instructions in the message when you call.
Refunds are usually issued within 21 days if you filed your tax return electronically, or within 42 days if you filed your tax return on paper. If more time has passed, check the reasons why Your refund may be late or you haven’t received a check for the amount you expected.
The tracker shows progress through three stages:
- Declaration received
- refund approved
- refund sent
Where is my refund? It will show you the refund status for the selected tax year. If you need information on another statement, see your online account.
How long does it take for the refund to arrive?
¿where is my refund? provides a custom date after the return is processed and the refund is approved. While most tax refunds are issued within 21 days, some can take longer if the return requires further review.
Here are some reasons why a tax refund might take longer:
- The return may contain errors or be incomplete.
- The return may be affected by identity theft or fraud.
- Many banks do not process payments on weekends or public holidays.
- The IRS will contact taxpayers by mail if additional information is needed to process your tax return.
Video produced by Sandra Escallón.
How do I check the status of my refund for the state of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut?
New York
Taxpayers who wish to verify the status of their New York State refund can do so visit is website.
To get the information you need:
- Select the tax year for the refund status you want to check.
- Enter your social security number.
- Choose the form you submitted from the dropdown menu.
- Enter the New York State rebate amount you requested. Consult the requested refund amount to find out how to locate it.
Note: To check the status of an amended return, you can call 518-457-5149 and for the Spanish press 2.
Other valuable links:
NEW JERSEY
How do I check the status of my New Jersey income tax refund?
You can get information about your New Jersey income tax refund online HERE or by telephone at no 1-800-323-4400 or 609-826-4400 (everywhere). This service is available 7 days a week (times may vary).
You’ll need the Social Security number that was listed first when you returned, and the claimed refund amount when you call.
When can I start checking the status of my refund?
- 4 weeks or more after electronic filing.
- At least 12 weeks after the return has been sent.
- 15 weeks or more for additional processing requirements or paper returns sent by Certified Mail.
What if the State of New Jersey issues me a check that is lost, stolen, destroyed, or cannot be cashed because it has expired?
- Old checks (expired). If you have the check, please send it along with a letter requesting a replacement check to the New Jersey Division of Revenue at the address below. Do not write the word void anywhere on the check. Keep a copy of the check for your records.
NJ Tax Division
Subdirectorate of Taxpayers’ Accounts
post office box 266
Trenton New Jersey 08695-0266
Lost, stolen or destroyed checks. If you do not receive your check within 30 days of the check issue date, or if you have received a lost, stolen, or destroyed check, you may request a replacement check. Call the Customer Service Center at 609-292-6400.
Other valuable links:
CONNECTICUT
OTHER STATES
You can visit our post here.
The IRS page has a complete list.
