If you're expecting a tax refund, it's important to know whether it's being sent to your bank account or mailed as a paper check. You can find your refund delivery details by reviewing your filed return and checking your account information.
Check the PDF of Your Accepted Tax Return
Your accepted tax return PDF includes the refund method you selected when filing.
- Sign in to your account.
- From your Tax Home, select Print to open a PDF copy of your accepted return.
- Find the Refund section.
- Review the banking details listed there, including the routing number and bank account number used for direct deposit.
If you chose direct deposit, this section will show the account information associated with your refund.
Review Your Payment History
You can also view limited banking information in your account settings.
- Select your Profile icon in the upper-right corner.
- Open the Settings menu.
- Choose Payment History.
- Look for the bank account details displayed there.
For security reasons, only a portion of the account number may be visible.
What If No Bank Information Is Listed?
If you don't see bank account information in either your accepted return PDF or your Payment History, you likely chose to receive your refund by mail.
In that case:
- Your refund check will be mailed to the address shown on your tax return.
- Delivery times vary depending on the IRS or your state tax agency's processing schedule.
If You Need to Change Your Mailing Address
If your refund will be issued as a paper check and your address has changed, contact the IRS or your state tax agency as soon as possible to request an address update. Updating your address promptly can help prevent delays in receiving your refund.
Does This Apply to Federal and State Refunds?
Yes. The refund delivery information shown in your return and account settings applies to both federal and state tax refunds.
Where Can I Find My Refund Amount?
You can find your refund amount in:
- The Refund section of your tax return PDF
- Your My Account homepage
Both locations will show the refund amount calculated when your return was filed.
Keep in Mind
Once a tax return has been accepted, the IRS or state tax agency controls refund processing and delivery. If you're waiting for your refund, reviewing your return PDF is the quickest way to confirm whether it will be deposited into a bank account or mailed as a check.