To track your state tax refund, follow these steps:
- Visit your state’s taxation or revenue department website. Each state typically has a dedicated online tool or portal for checking the status of state tax refunds
- You will usually need to provide:
- Your Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)
- Your filing status (e.g., single, married filing jointly)
- The exact whole dollar amount of your expected refund, which you can find on your filed tax return or through your tax filing software like TurboTax
- Some states may require additional identity verification steps due to security measures to prevent tax refund fraud
- If you prefer, you can also contact your state tax department by phone, but online tracking is generally faster and more convenient
For federal refunds, you can use the IRS "Where's My Refund?" tool or the IRS2Go mobile app with similar information to track your refund status
. In summary, tracking your state refund involves going to your specific state’s tax website, entering your personal and refund information, and checking the status online. If you are unsure which website to visit, tax preparation services like TurboTax and H&R Block provide links and guidance based on your state
