In the United States, IRS Tax season 2025 is still going strong, and although many have already filed their returns, there is still time for you to get your Tax Refund and, if all goes well, a possible stimulus check in April. The IRS has been working at a good pace, and if you are one of the taxpayers who has not yet completed your return, it is important that you know how to take advantage of this process to get your refund before the April 15th deadline.
As of March 14th, more than 70 million people have already completed their tax returns, which represents a slight decrease of 1.7% compared to last year. However, what has not decreased is the amount of tax refunds. The IRS has already sent out more than 162.992 billion dollars in refunds, 6.7% more than in 2024. Of this total, more than 160.919 billion has been channeled through direct deposits, a method that has continued to gain ground due to its speed and security.
The most relevant aspect of this period is that, although the number of taxpayers has decreased, the average refund has increased. The average refund is now $3,330, 4.8% more than in 2024. With this help, many people can alleviate the burden of inflation and price increases that continue to affect millions of households in the United States.
How can you get your Tax Refund before the deadline?
The process for getting your refund faster remains the same: file your tax return electronically and request direct deposit. If you meet these three requirements, you can expect to receive your money in 21 days or less:
- File your return electronically.
- Request a refund by direct deposit.
- Submit a complete and error-free return.
The IRS has also released a calendar with the estimated dates for direct deposits. Depending on when you file your return, you will be able to get your refund on one of the scheduled days. Here is a summary of the most important dates:
- March 3 → March 24
- March 4 → March 25
- March 5 → March 26
- March 6 → March 27
- March 7 → March 28
- March 8 → March 29
- March 9 → March 30
- March 10 → March 31
- March 11 → April 1
- March 12 → April 2
- March 13 → April 3
- March 14 → April 4
- March 15 → April 5
- March 16 → April 6
- March 17 → April 7
- March 18 → April 8
- March 19 → April 9
- March 20 → April 10
- March 21 → April 11
- March 22 → April 12
- March 23 → April 13
- March 24 → April 14
- March 25 → April 15
If you haven’t filed your return yet, don’t worry: you can still get your refund in April. Remember that April 15 is the deadline to complete your return without penalties, and the sooner you submit it, the sooner you’ll have access to that money that can help you cope with this year’s economic difficulties.
Also, for those who haven’t applied for their stimulus check, now might be the right time to do so, especially if you are eligible according to IRS requirements. With the deadline approaching, it is essential that you act as soon as possible to make sure you get what is yours.
