There are three status updates which the taxpayer might see: “received return,” “refund approved,” or “refund sent.” If the refund has been sent, it could be up to 5 days before the money shows up in your bank account or a few weeks before your check has been received.

Tax season is underway, with the IRS accepting returns starting Jan. 27. More than 140 million Americans are expected to file before the April 15 deadline. However, those who submitted their forms have used the “Where’s My Refund?

As tax season kicks off, the IRS offers tools like Free File and the 'Where's My Refund?' app to simplify the process for taxpayers. With the deadline set for April 15, understanding these resources can help you efficiently manage your tax returns and anticipate your refund,