We issue most refunds in less than 21 calendar days. It is taking the IRS more than 21 days to issue refunds for some 2020 tax returns that require review including incorrect Recovery Rebate Credit amounts, or that used 2019 income to figure the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC).

Are my taxes being intercepted?

To find out if your federal tax refund will be offset, you will need to call the Bureau of Fiscal Service directly. Their number is 800-304-3107. You may not have anyone else call for you, nor may you call on anyone else’s behalf, this is a criminal offense – don’t do it.

Will my taxes be intercepted?

The IRS can seize some or all of your refund if you owe federal or state back taxes. It also can seize your refund if you default on child support or student loan debts. If you think a mistake has been made you can contact the IRS.

How does the IRS refund intercept program work?

This IRM provides guidance for the Refund Intercept Program to reduce refund interest paid on current year and prior year tax returns during original settlement processing, and on refunds issued with credit interest as a result of data processing tentative carryback (TCB) adjustments.

How long does it take for tax refund to arrive?

If you submitted your tax return by mail, the IRS says it could take six to eight weeks for your tax refund to arrive. That’s where tracking your refund comes in handy.

Where to find BMF-IR refund intercept listings?

The BMF-IR Refund Intercept Listings are available on Ctrl-D under job name: OBMFIRxx (xx = campus filing location code (FLC)).

Why was my tax refund delayed by the IRS?

There are a variety of reasons why your refund may be delayed, however, such as if you filed a paper tax return by mail or if the IRS is doing extra calculations because you’re eligible for a Recovery Rebate Credit.