You can check the status of your amended tax refund using the IRS online tool called "Where's My Amended Return?" This tool becomes available about 3 weeks after you submit your Form 1040-X, and it can take up to 16 to 20 weeks or more for the IRS to process amended returns
. To use the tool, you will need:
- Your Social Security Number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number
- Your date of birth
- The ZIP code on your amended return
The tool will show one of three statuses:
- Received : IRS has your amended return but hasn't completed the review.
- Adjusted : IRS has reviewed and adjusted your account, which may result in a refund, balance due, or no change.
- Completed : IRS has finished processing your amended return, and you should receive information and any refund by mail within about 21 days
If you prefer, you can also call the IRS amended return hotline at 866-464-2050 to check your status
. Note that the "Where's My Refund?" tool does not track amended return refunds; you must use the "Where's My Amended Return?" tool for updates on your amended refund
. If your amended return is taking longer than expected, delays can be caused by errors, incomplete forms, identity verification issues, or additional IRS reviews. The IRS may contact you if more information is needed
. In summary, to find out where your amended refund is, check the IRS "Where's My Amended Return?" tool online or call their hotline with your personal information ready. Expect to wait several weeks to months for processing and refund delivery
