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Here’s what you need to know about timelines and how to track your refund status for both federal and state returns. ### **Federal Tax Refunds** The **IRS issues most refunds within 21 calendar days** of receiving your e-filed return with direct deposit. However, delays can happen if: - Your return includes errors or is incomplete - You claimed certain credits (like the Earned Income Tax Credit or Additional Child Tax Credit) - Your return requires additional review or identity verification ### **How to Check Your Federal Refund Status** The IRS updates its system once every 24 hours, typically overnight.  **The best and most accurate way to check your Federal tax refund status is to use the IRS [Where's My Refund](https://www.irs.gov/wheres-my-refund) tool**    To check your refund status using the IRS' "Where's My Refund" tool, you’ll need: - Your Social Security Number or ITIN - Your filing status (Single, Married Filing Jointly, etc.) - Your exact refund amount ### **State Tax Refunds** Each state processes returns on its timeline, and some may take longer than the federal government, especially if you filed by mail. ### **How to Check Your State Refund** To check your refund status, visit your **state’s Department of Revenue or Taxation website**. Most offer a “Where’s My Refund?” feature similar to the IRS. A few examples: - **California**: [https://www.ftb.ca.gov](https://www.ftb.ca.gov) - **New York**: [https://www.tax.ny.gov](https://www.tax.ny.gov) - **South Carolina**: [https://dor.sc.gov](https://dor.sc.gov) You’ll typically need: - Your Social Security Number - Refund amount - Filing status or zip code Need help finding your state’s refund tracker? 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