If you made an error in your tax return and submitted an Amended Return to fix it, you will have to wait for its update. The IRS says that you need to wait at least 3 weeks after submitting the amended tax return to view its status. Thus, it cannot be traced as rapidly as your initial-time 2024 tax return submission.
How long does it take for a amended tax return to be processed?
It may take up to 8 weeks to process an amended tax return Form 1040-X in regular situations. But many a time this interval can also reach 12 to 16 weeks.
The “Where’s My Amended Return” feature on the IRS website is used to determine the status of your amended tax return. It shows information not just for the current year, but also for prior 3 years’ amended returns.
Details required to verify amended returns
If you wish to verify the status of your amended tax return, the IRS states that you will need the following three items:
- Social Security Number (SSN)
- ZIP Code
- Date of Birth
Availability of the “Where’s My Amended Return” tool
The tool is accessible 24 hours a day, but there are some hours when it is unavailable. For instance:
- It is not accessible on Mondays between 12 a.m. and 3 p.m. (Eastern Time).
- It is not accessible on Sundays between 1 a.m. and 7 a.m.
Which amended returns cannot be tracked by this tool?
Although this tool assists most taxpayers, it is unable to trace some forms of amended tax returns. Some of these amended returns include:
- Returns processed by special organizations (e.g., returns that include bankruptcy or examination)
- Injured spouse claims
- Carryback applications and claims
- Tax returns with a foreign address
- Business Returns
- If your Form 1040 is labeled as Amended/Corrected but not as Form 1040-X
If your revised tax return is on this list, you can call the IRS directly. If you get a “Contact Us” status, it means you must call the IRS to determine what to do next.
Do you need to file an amended return?
If you are not sure whether you need to file an amended return, you can find information by going to the IRS official website: IRS Website
In short, if you have submitted an amended tax return, be patient because it takes weeks to process. If your return qualifies, you can track its status via the online “Where’s My Amended Return” tool, but if your return is not being tracked in this tool, you will have to call the IRS directly.
FAQs
Q1. How long does it take for an amended tax return to be processed?
It typically takes 8 weeks, but in some cases, it may take 12 to 16 weeks for processing.
Q2. When can I check the status of my amended return?
You can check the status 3 weeks after filing using the “Where’s My Amended Return” tool.
Q3. What information do I need to check my amended return status?
You need your Social Security Number (SSN), ZIP Code, and Date of Birth.
Q4. Is the “Where’s My Amended Return” tool available 24/7?
Mostly yes, but it is unavailable on Mondays from 12-3 a.m. ET and Sundays from 1-7 a.m. ET.
Q5. Can all amended returns be tracked using this tool?
No. Certain returns, such as business returns, foreign address returns, and bankruptcy-related returns, cannot be tracked using this tool.