When do I get my tax refund?

TaxWarren TeamPublished April 25, 2026

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E-filed federal returns with direct deposit typically take 21 days or less. Paper returns can take 6–8 weeks. Returns claiming EITC or Additional CTC are held until at least mid-February by law.

Tax refund timing by filing method.

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