How do I find the status of my refund?

You should use the IRS Where's My Refund tool to see if you can find information about the status of your refund: https://www.irs.gov/wheres-my-refundY

You will need your Social Security or individual taxpayer ID number (ITIN), your filing status and the exact refund amount on your return

You can check the status of your refund:

• E-filed return: within 24 hours after the IRS  receives it
• Paper return: 4 weeks after you mailed it

You should only call about your:

• E-filed return: 3 weeks after you filed it
• Paper return: 6 weeks after you mailed it
• Refund if Where’s My Refund? tool directs you to call.

Phone numbers include:

• Automated refund information: 800-829-4477
• Refund Hotline: 800-829-1954
• Tax Help Line for individuals: 800-829-1040

 If the Where’s My Refund tool returns no results, contact your tax preparer or the company you used to file your return.