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Where’s my Kentucky tax refund? Here’s how to check
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It’s tax season. You gathered documents. You analyzed, you itemized and you filed everything to the IRS and the Kentucky Department of Revenue. Now comes the horrible waiting part. If you’re as impatient as we are, you’ll want to know how soon your refund check will give your bank account a much needed lift.
Here’s what you can do to check your tax refund status in Kentucky:
How can I check my tax refund status in Kentucky?
You can check the status of your Kentucky state tax refund at the state’s online portal. You can speak with an examiner about a prior year’s or amended refund by calling (502) 564-4581. You’ll need to provide a Social Security number, as well as the exact amount of the refund.
The Kentucky Department of Revenue recommends waiting a minimum of four to six weeks before checking the status of your electronically filed tax refund and 10-14 weeks for paper-filed returns.
Where’s my tax refund? How to check with the IRS
Visit the IRS online at Where’s My Refund? (irs.gov/refunds) or at IRS2Go mobile app to get the latest details about your current tax return and refund, as well as information about your taxes from 2022 or 2021. Here’s when you can begin checking:
- 24 hours after e-filing a tax year 2023 return.
- Three or four days after e-filing a tax year 2021 or 2022 return.
- Four weeks after mailing a paper return.
Tips for tax season
Yes, tax season can be stressful, but you can help make it as painless as possible by following these suggested tips from the Kentucky Department of Revenue:
2D Barcode Returns
Even though some W-2 information is included, Schedule KW2 needs to be attached for verification of withholding claimed.
Addresses
Make sure the address entered on the return is the correct address. If you move after you have submitted your return, please contact the Department of Revenue to update your address.
Amended Returns
Use the proper form for the year you are amending and include a complete explanation of the changes. Please include corrected Kentucky and/or federal forms, schedules, or W-2s. Processing of amended returns is from four to six months.
Attach Supporting Schedules
Make sure all appropriate schedules and worksheets are attached to the return (i.e. K-1s, 8863-K, Schedule ITC, federal tax forms, etc.)
Credit for Tax Paid to Another State
Paper returns must include copies of other state(s) returns if claiming a credit. Electronically filed returns must have the Credit for Tax Paid to Another State worksheet completed and submitted with the electronic submission for proper processing.
Direct Deposit
If you are filing electronically and request that your refund be direct deposited, be sure to verify that all account and routing numbers are current. Direct deposit is available for those filing Form 740 only.
Form 2210-K
When applicable, use Form 2210-K to calculate any underpayment of estimated tax penalties, underpayment of estimated tax interest, or to claim an exception to the penalty. Check the appropriate box on Form 740 or Form 740-NP when Form 2210-K is attached.
Payments
When submitting payments for electronically filed returns, do not send a copy of your return. Use Form 740-V to remit your payment. Include your Social Security number and tax year on the check.
Social Security Numbers
Please enter Social Security numbers legibly and in the appropriate boxes on the return.
Wage and Tax Statement
Be sure that schedule KW2 is attached to support the Kentucky withholding claimed on the return. It is no longer necessary to submit W-2s, 1099s, and/or W-2Gs with your return. Please retain these forms with your records and provide them only upon request.
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John Tufts covers trending news for the Indianapolis Star. Send him a news tip at JTufts@Gannett.com.