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EIC & Refund Timing FAQ

What is EIC?
EIC stands for Earned Income Credit. Returns with EIC are legally delayed every year under the PATH Act.

What is PATH?
PATH (Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes Act) requires the IRS to hold EIC refunds until after February 15.

Why was my return accepted but not moving?
Returns submitted before 1/26 were received during IRS hub testing. The IRS did not start processing returns until 1/26.

When does the 21-day timeline start?
The 21 days start from 1/26, not your submission date.

When should I check “Where’s My Refund”?
After 2/16. Checking before that for EIC refunds will not show real updates.

Is this normal?
Yes. This happens every year for EIC refunds.

IRS resources:
https://www.irs.gov/refunds
https://www.irs.gov/individuals/refund-timing

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