If you filed your taxes on time this year and are still waiting for your IRS refund, you’re not alone, and your money could be just around the corner, like this week!
The IRS tax refund schedule for 2025 is in full swing, and for many Americans who filed between March 31 and April 6, the IRS says your payment should be landing between April 21 and 27. That includes electronic filings with direct deposit, which are usually the fastest to process.
Who gets their IRS refund this week?
If you filed online via the official IRS website and opted for direct deposit, you’re likely in the group expected to see payments drop between Monday, April 21 and Saturday, April 27. For paper filers or those expecting checks in the mail, your refund will take a bit longer.
Refund processing timelines (as per IRS):
- E-filing + Direct Deposit: 1–3 weeks
- E-filing + Mailed Check: Around 1 month
- Mail-in Return + Direct Deposit: Around 3 weeks
- Mail-in Return + Mailed Check: Up to 2 months
What could delay your refund?
Even if you filed early, several factors could delay your refund:
- Tax credits claimed: Returns involving the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or Child Tax Credit (CTC) often take longer to process.
- Filing method: Mailed returns take significantly more time to process than online filings.
- Paper checks: Choosing a check over direct deposit will always slow things down.
- Errors or flags: Any inconsistencies or missing information in your return can trigger a manual review.
Still waiting? Here’s how to check
You can track your IRS refund status using the “Where’s My Refund?” tool on irs.gov. All you need is:
- Your Social Security number
- Filing status (single, married filing jointly, etc.)
- The exact refund amount
Special extension for East Coast states
Some taxpayers on the East Coast, especially in areas impacted by Hurricane Helene last September, were granted an extension to file until May 1, 2025. If you’re in one of those regions, your refund timeline may vary slightly.
If you filed between March 31 and April 6 and used direct deposit, your refund could arrive any day now. Just keep an eye on your bank account or check the IRS tracker. For everyone else, patience pays, literally. The IRS is still processing millions of returns, and yours may simply be in line.
Still unsure? Consider setting up direct deposit for future returns and filing as early as possible to stay ahead of the refund rush next year.
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