Nobody can exactly answer this query “When will I receive my tax refund?” but we have prepared an estimated schedule of IRS tax refund 2025 based on previous years trends. We can expect the opening of tax season 2025 anytime in late January and closing on 15 April.
The electronic refund will take almost 10 days to arrive if you opted for direct deposit while paper filing will take approximately 6 to 8 weeks to refund you. You can check an estimated tax refund 2025 date on the “Where’s My Refund” status check tool through your SSN or ITIN, filing status and exact refund amount.
IRS Tax Refund Calendar 2025
IRS tax refund calendar 2025 is the timeline when taxpayers can expect to receive their federal tax returns. If we talk about the tax season 2025 opening and closing timeline, then it can be expected between the last week of January to Mid April. After the tax return is accepted by the IRS, the e-filed refund which opted with direct deposit is issued in just 10-21 days.
The paper filing method requires a longer time to refund expected to be in 6 to 8 weeks. Many taxpayers’ returns will arrive after mid-February which will be filed with claiming Earned Income Tax Refund or Additional Child Tax Credits. This is due to verification of eligibility criteria of these credits.
The IRS tool “Where’s My Refund” provides an estimated refund date after your refund has been processed. If you do not file your taxes and request an extension during the IRS initial deadline then you will have more than 6 months to file taxes 2025 which is officially known as extension period. The extension deadline typically runs for most taxpayers until 15 October.
IRS Tax Refund Schedule 2025
The expected IRS refund date 2025 mostly depends on how early you can file your taxes, your filing method and your refund chosen payment method. To check the schedule of your tax refund 2025 whether you opted for direct deposit or paper filing, take a deep look at the table below.
| IRS E-File Return Acceptance Date | Direct Deposit (10-21 Days) | Paper Filing (4 to 6 weeks) |
| 27 January 2025 | 6 February-17 February | 24 February-10 March |
| 3 February 2025 | 13 February-24 February | 3 March-17 March |
| 10 February 2025 | 20 February-3 March | 10 March-24 March |
| 17 February 2025 | 27 February-10 March | 17 March-31 March |
| 24 February 2025 | 6 March-17 March | 24 March-7 April |
| 3 March 2025 | 13 March-24 March | 31 March-14 April |
| 10 March 2025 | 20 March-31 March | 7 April-21 April |
| 17 March 2025 | 27 March-7 April | 14 April-28 April |
| 24 March 2025 | 3 April-14 April | 21 April-5 May |
| 31 March 2025 | 10 April-21 April | 28 April-12 May |
| 7 April 2025 | 17 April-28 April | 5 May-19 May |
| 15 April 2025 | 24 April-5 May | 12 May-26 May |
This schedule provides a general idea of when you can expect your refund based on the date your e-filed return is accepted. Keep in mind that actual refund dates can vary based on individual circumstances and any delays in processing.
Where can I check the status of my tax refund 2025?
You can check the status of IRS tax refund through various means through:
Where’s My Refund? Tool
This is the fastest way to check tax refunds. You have to follow below steps:
- Go to IRS.gov and click on the “Where’s My Refund?” link.
- You will be required to put your Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN), your filing status, and the exact refund amount as shown on your tax return.
- You will receive one of three statues: Return Received, Return Approved, or Return Sent.
IRS2Go Mobile App
This method is suitable for those who prefer mobile apps to track the status of their refund. This app assist both iOS and Android:
- Download the app in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
- Open the app to check refund status and provide required details like (SSN or ITIN, filing status, and refund amount).
IRS Automated Phone System
If you want to check status through phone then:
- Call the IRS Refund Hotline at 1-800-829-1954 with the same identification required details.
IRS Online Account
If you create IRS online account, then you can handle your various tax related information and you can also check your refund status through following steps:
- You have to visit IRS.gov and follow the instructions to set up your online account.
- After the set-up, you can log in to check your refund status and view other tax-related information.
Can I request for Replacement of lost tax refund check 2025?
Taxpayers can call the IRS Refund Hotline at 1-800-829-1954 and you can use the automated system or speak with an agent by calling 1-800-829-1040 during business hours to inform the IRS about lost or missed checks. Form 3911 is used to start the process of tracing a lost refund check and you can download it from the IRS website or request the IRS to mail it to you.
Complete this form with all required information before submission If the IRS determines that the original check was not cashed, they will cancel it and issue a replacement check. This process typically takes about six weeks.
If the check was cashed, the Bureau of the Fiscal Service (BFS) will provide you with a claim package, including a copy of the cashed check and you will need to follow the instructions to complete the claim package. The BFS will review your claim and the signature on the cashed check before deciding whether to issue a replacement or not. This review can take up to six weeks.
What can be the delay reasons behind IRS Tax Refund?
Many taxpayers can face delays in their tax refunds and this delay can be due to several reasons. If you know the delay reasons then you can easily manage and avoid delays through various actions. The delay reasons includes:
- Errors on the Tax Return
- Incomplete Information on Tax Return
- Identity Theft or Fraud Concerns
- Claiming Certain Credits like Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC)
- In case of Amended Returns filing
- Inconsistent Information
- IRS Processing Backlog
- Incorrect Bank Information
- Mailing Timeline Delays
- In case of high return volume
