02/11/2026
If you claimed the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC), you can expect to get your refund by March 2 if:
You file your return online
You choose to get your refund by direct deposit
We found no issues with your return
However, some taxpayers may see their refunds a few days earlier. Check Where’s My Refund for your personalized refund date. Where's My Refund should show an updated status by February 21 for most early EITC/ACTC filers
Find out when to expect your refund if you claim the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC).
