Federal law prohibits refunds from being issued before mid-February if the filer claims either of the credits.

Tax refund warning signs are flashing for millions of Americans filing early in 2026. The Internal Revenue Service says ...

If you're claiming these credits, you need to read the IRS warning.

Filers who claim the Earned Income Tax Credit must wait until at least March 2 to get a refund.

The delay is due to a provision of the PATH Act of 2015. The act prevents the IRS from issuing EITC/ACTC refunds before mid-February, even if the return is processed the day tax season opened ( Jan.

The IRS has issued a stern warning on tax credits, saying tax refund will arrive much later for some people than it will for ...

Typically, tax returns that are submitted electronically and that elect direct deposit will receive payment within 21 days after it was accepted. Taxpayers can track the status of their refund through ...

Millions of taxpayers are experiencing delayed refunds due to a mix of legislative requirements and disruptions caused by a ...

Families who live on low to moderate incomes may qualify for the earned income tax credit, which advocates say can offer relief for everyday bills.

In genreral, the IRS says most refunds are issued within 21 days. These credits can change that schedule, however.