IRS Refund Update 2026: Latest Federal Tax Refund Status as of March 31

Latest IRS refund update for March 31, 2026: The April 15 tax deadline is approaching. Standard e-filers who submitted March 12–26 should receive deposits April 3–17. EITC/ACTC filers who filed March 4–17 should see deposits by April 11. Paper checks are discontinued — direct deposit only.

February 11, 2026