Once upon a time, there was an IRS refund cycle chart that told taxpayers when they could expect to receive their tax refund.
Don’t plan on the IRS posting a 2015 Refund Cycle Chart. In 2012, the refund cycle chart fairy tale ended and the IRS eliminated the chart.
However, there are still helpful tools out there to help filers get an idea on when they can expect to receive their tax refund in 2015. Since each year differs slightly, you can check out the 2016 refund cycle dates HERE.
Where do I go to find out when I will receive my refund?
The IRS no longer posts a tax refund chart, however, they did post an article last year explaining a refund tool available on their website called “Where’s My Refund?”. Once your 2014 tax return is filed, you can check your refund status on the IRS site. You’ll need to enter the following information;
- social security number
- filing status
- refund amount.
Are there any estimated refund cycle charts available?
Although the IRS won’t post a 2015 refund cycle chart, there are estimate refund cycle charts out there. The dates are based on trends from prior years. The tax refund cycle chart is based upon how you elected to receive your tax refund; via direct deposit or check. Below is an example of a 2015 refund cycle chart (don’t forget these are estimate dates);
The tax refund cycle dates are NOT promised dates. They are simply dates based off of previous year trends. To know for sure when you will receive your taxes, wait a few days after filing your 2014 taxes, then check the IRS website using their “Where’s My Refund” tool.
The IRS is now accepting e-filed 2014 Tax Returns. That means you can file your 2014 today with RapidTax and within 21 days you’ll have your refund money. | Photo via Seth Anderson on Flickr
It has been recieved.. its being processed with a topic 152.. been that way since jan 27th 2014… please help
Hi Latisha,
Topic 152 is informational saying your return is in progress. When it’s finished, your status will change to approved and an estimate direct deposit date will show up. If 21 days pass and your status does not change, and you haven’t received your refund, then it can mean your return could be in review. I wouldn’t do anything or be overly concerned, until the full 21 days passes.
the irs accepted my return jan 27 i know they started processing on the 31st of january but if their was a problem would they notify you prior to the 21 days or are they taking the full 21 days to process my return.
Hi I’m sure you keep hearing the same questions over and over. I’m curious and nervous because I filled on January 31, and to date wmr has not approved yet just shows processing. Also is the 21 days calendar days or working days? Thanks a lot
Hi Michelle,
Yes, a lot of the same questions, but that’s part of the tax filing world! 🙂 Anyways, I wouldn’t be very nervous until the 21 days pass. The filing status can change quickly for some and take longer for others. If 21 days pass, I would contact the IRS by phone and an IRS representative can research the status of your refund. However, they will only answer these questions if it has been 21 days or more since you filed online.
The good thing is that it reads your return is processing. Meaning, you can have peace at mind that the IRS actually received your return and working to have it processed.
My ddd was for today, but it hasn’t made it to my bank. It has been sent out when can I expect it to be in my account?
Hi Marti,
It can take banks 1-5 days to process the refund and deposit it into an account.
After being approved how long before it updates to refund sent or is it random?
Hi Kycia,
There is no exact time frame and depends on the IRS.
Thanks for your prompt response it was helpful.