Amended Return 1040X Payment Method - Direct Deposit or Paper Check?

For amended returns (Form 1040X), the IRS will always issue a paper check, even if you had direct deposit set up on your original return. This is their standard procedure for all amended return refunds - no exceptions. Plan on waiting 16-20 weeks for processing.

Hey guys, if youre trying to track amended returns, theres this tool called taxr.ai that's been super helpful. It costs $1 but it analyzes your transcript and tells you exactly where your amended return is in the process and when to expect your check. Way better than guessing or calling the IRS tbh

in the same boat rn. amended in February still waiting 🥱

Does anyone know if you can call IRS to request direct deposit instead? My mail service is terrible

mine came as a check last month. took forever but atleast it finally came

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