EITC and ACTC filers nationwide are anxiously anticipating their returns. The IRS has set a timeframe for refund distributions by direct deposit or physical check.
ACTC/EITC Refund Dates Unveiled
The IRS expects an ACTC/EITC refund dates on February 27. This date only applies to taxpayers who filed initial returns and had IRS refunds authorized by January 29, 2024. The table below shows that refund disbursement dates depend on tax return approval:
ACTC/EITC Refund Approved by IRS | ACTC/EITC Direct Deposit Sent by IRS | ACTC/EITC Paper Check Mailed by IRS |
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January 29, 2024 | February 27 to March 3, 2024 | March 5 to 9, 2024 |
February 5, 2024 | March 4 to 8, 2024 | March 12 to 16, 2024 |
February 12, 2024 | March 11 to 15, 2024 | March 18 to 22, 2024 |
Direct deposit refunds take 5–7 days to appear in the recipient’s bank account. Paper checks arrive within 10–14 days.
The IRS’s ‘Where’s My Refund’ tool and ‘IRS2GO‘ mobile app allow taxpayers to monitor their refunds. By submitting their Social Security Number, Tax Year, Refund Amount, and Filing Status, individuals may track whether the IRS has received, authorized, or dispatched their return.
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Addressing Late Returns and Refund Delays
If the return arrives late, taxpayers should contact the IRS. Contact the IRS after one week to 10 days for paper check delivery if a substantial delay continues.
The IRS warns that ACTC and EITC refund dates may take longer than usual, perhaps up to four weeks. Taxpayers anxiously expect their returns, so being informed and following up on delays prevents problems.