US Tax refund calendar 2024: How soon can Americans expect their refund and other tips

There's no rushing such an official undertaking. As tax filing season officially starts Monday, Jan. 29, 2024, a limited number of taxpayers in 12 states will soon be eligible for a program that will allow them to calculate and submit their returns directly to the IRS without having to pay for commercial tax preparation software. The new Internal Revenue Service's tax refund calendar 2024 has been updated by CPA Practice Advisor, a management resource for tax professionals. By making some modifications to the way you're filing for the income tax refund, you can expect a two week drop in the expected time frame. Estimated US Tax Refund Calendar 2024 If Filed By Direct Deposit Paper Check January 29 February 9* February 16* February 5 February 16* February 23* February 12 February 23* March 1* February 19 March 1* March 8* February 26 March 8 March 15 March 4 March 15 March 22 March 11 March 22 March 29 March 18 March 29 April 5 March 25 April 5** April 12** April 1 April 12** April 19** April 8 April 19** April 26** April 15 April 26 May 3 April 22 May 3 May 10 April 29 May 10 May 17 May 6 May 17 May 24 May 13 May 24 May 31 May 20 May 31 June 7 * = Returns with EITC or CTC may face refund delays until March due to further verification.