Direct Deposit rejected by bank - How long until IRS mails paper check?

Tax pro here. When a direct deposit gets rejected, the IRS typically takes 2-4 weeks to process and mail a paper check to your address on file. Make sure your address is current with USPS and IRS to avoid further delays.

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The IRS is such a joke fr. Why they gotta make everything so complicated smh

IMPORTANT: Call your bank first! Sometimes they can still accept the deposit if you contact them quick enough!

its been 6 weeks since my deposit got rejected still no check. Called IRS they said just keep waiting 🤮

Pro tip: set up informed delivery with USPS so you know exactly when that check hits your mailbox

I went through this exact same situation last year. The 2-4 week timeline is pretty accurate, but here's what helped me: I called the IRS customer service line (1-800-829-1040) about 10 days after my deposit was rejected and they were able to confirm that my paper check had been processed and give me a rough mailing date. Also double-check that your address on file with the IRS matches exactly what you have with USPS - even small differences can cause delays. Hang in there, the check will come!