The IRS has announced the start of the 2025 tax season, with important deadlines and tips to ensure you receive your tax refund promptly. Learn how to navigate the process efficiently and avoid common pitfalls.

Most filers who submit their returns digitally receive their refunds within 21 days, but paper filers will have to wait for at least four weeks for information on the status of their return, the IRS noted. You can track your refund using the Where’s My Refund tool within 24 hours of e-filing.

Most tax filers who submit tax returns online can expect to receive their refunds within 21 days, the IRS said. That means those who e-file on Jan. 27 may be able to get their money as early as Feb. 17. Those who file paper tax returns by mail will have to wait at least four weeks, according to the IRS.