IRS sent refund check to old address after move - how to update?

I found a way to solve IRS tax refund address change, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1xkV28yqFXE

Been there, done that. You need to fill out Form 8822 to update your address with the IRS. It's pretty straightforward: 1. Download the form from the IRS website 2. Fill in your old and new addresses 3. Include your SSN 4. Sign and date it 5. Mail it to the address on the form Once they process it, they should resend your check to the new address. Good luck!

Ugh, the IRS is such a pain to deal with. I swear they make everything 10x more complicated than it needs to be 🙄

Have you tried calling them? Sometimes you can get things sorted out faster over the phone.

This happened to me last year. I ended up having to file a claim for a lost check. It was a whole ordeal, took like 3 months to get my money. Hope you have better luck!

Have you checked if you can update your address online? I think the IRS has some kinda portal for that now.

lol welcome to adulting. where everything's made up and the points don't matter 😂

Just a heads up, if you're expecting any other gov't mail (like stimulus checks or whatever), make sure to update your address with USPS too. They have a mail forwarding service that's pretty reliable.

Anyone else think its crazy that in 2023 we still have to deal with paper checks? Like, direct deposit exists for a reason, people!

I had this exact same issue a couple years ago! In addition to Form 8822 that Carmen mentioned, you might also want to contact your old address (if possible) to see if the check is still there. Sometimes neighbors or the new residents are helpful about forwarding mail. Also, if it's been more than a few weeks since the check was issued, you can request a trace on it by calling the IRS. Just have your SSN and tax info ready when you call. The whole process is annoying but totally fixable!

Hey Yuki! I went through this exact same thing about 6 months ago. Here's what worked for me: First, definitely fill out Form 8822 like Carmen suggested - that's the most important step. But also call the IRS refund hotline at 800-829-1954 and let them know what happened. They can put a stop payment on the original check and reissue it to your new address once they process your address change. The whole thing took about 6-8 weeks total for me, but at least I didn't have to worry about someone else cashing my check. Also pro tip: set up direct deposit for next year so you don't have to deal with this again! Good luck!