The IRS pushed back the tax filing deadline by a month to May 17 instead of April 15 as the agency grapples with staffing issues and outdated systems at a time when it’s also implementing sweeping tax code changes from the COVID-19 relief packages. In 2020, the deadline was extended to July 15.

How long after my state does federal Come?

Federal has always come first and the state return usually a week or two after. Did something go wrong? It is typically 21 days from when the return was accepted. However, if the return contained refundable additional child tax credits or the earned income tax credit, this 21-day date may not be accurate.

Do federal tax returns take longer than state?

If your state refund is taking longer to arrive than your federal refund, remember that each state has its own processing protocols and security measures, some of which may require more time than the federal process.

How can I pay my federal taxes by July 15?

Taxpayers can file now and schedule their federal tax payments up to the July 15 due date. They can pay online, by phone or with their mobile device and the IRS2Go app. When paying federal taxes electronically, taxpayers should remember: Electronic payment options are the best way to make a tax payment.

Are there different deadlines for federal and state taxes?

Keep in mind that your state income tax filing due date may be different than the federal deadline. This could affect your college savings strategy, since in some states, deadlines for annual 529 contributions that qualify for a state income tax benefit have been also extended.

What are the extended deadlines for filing taxes?

Other tax deadlines that are extended to May 17, 2021 include: 1 Contributions to traditional IRAs for tax year 2020 2 Contributions to health savings accounts (HSAs) for tax year 2020 3 Deadline to claim a federal tax refund for tax year 2017

When did the IRS accept my tax return?

I filed my Taxes on the 7th of February. Got an email saying the IRS accepted the return on the 12th of February. The total was $1988.00 and Turbo tax fees were deducted to make the refund $1838.00. It is now March 17th and I checked the status of the refund at the IRS and they have no record of this tax return.