Amended 2022 & 2023 Returns Asked for Direct Deposit Info - Will I Get DD This Time? How Long Will It Take?

I just went through this last month! Here's what I found: 1. Yes, they now offer direct deposit for amended returns, which is new. When I amended in 2022, they only sent paper checks. 2. They ask for your banking info during filing, but that doesn't guarantee they'll use it. 3. In my experience, the system sometimes defaults back to paper checks for amended returns even with DD info provided. 4. Processing time varies wildly - mine took about 16 weeks last time. Did you file electronically or paper? Electronic amendments process faster.

Have you considered that the IRS might be testing a new system for amended returns? I've noticed they've been gradually modernizing their processes. In my experience, even with direct deposit info provided, about 60% of amended returns still come as paper checks. Why? Because their systems often default to the most conservative option when there's any verification needed. Did you check the "Where's My Amended Return" tool? It won't tell you the payment method, but at least you can track progress.

Got my amended refund via direct deposit. Filed in January. Took 14 weeks exactly. No issues. System worked perfectly. Was surprised. Expected a check. Money just appeared in my account. Check WMAR tool weekly. It updates on Thursdays.

I was in your exact situation last year with amended returns for both 2021 and 2022. The IRS asked for my direct deposit info but I still got paper checks after waiting almost 20 weeks. I tried calling the IRS about 50 times and couldn't get through. Finally used Claimyr (https://claimyr.com) to connect with an agent who confirmed my refund was being processed but would come as a check despite providing DD info. Saved me weeks of uncertainty and helped me plan for mail delivery. Have you tried calling to confirm how they'll send your refund?

I've amended returns for the past three years due to K-1 adjustments, and here's my consistent experience: When they ask for direct deposit info during e-filing, they DO use it about 80% of the time now. Last year my amended refund for 2022 came via direct deposit in 13 weeks and 2 days from submission. The key factors that determine whether you get DD or check are: 1. Whether your banking info matches previous filings 2. Whether your amendment changes your filing status 3. The amount of the refund (over $10,000 often triggers a check) I'd recommend setting up IRS account access to check your transcript weekly - it will show the 846 code with a direct deposit indicator when processed.

Have you verified if your amendment falls under any of the expedited processing categories? According to IRM 21.5.3.4.7.1, certain amended returns qualify for expedited handling, particularly those with simple adjustments to income reporting. Did your amendment include any changes to credits or just the investment income addition?

I think there's some confusion here about amended return direct deposits. The IRS officially began allowing direct deposits for amended returns in August 2020, but implementation has been inconsistent. What many people don't realize is that the payment method depends on how you filed the amendment - Form 1040-X through e-file can receive direct deposit, but paper 1040-X submissions almost always result in paper checks regardless of providing banking information.