how much time does a e filed tax refund take?
1 The IRS states that 9 out of 10 e-filed tax returns with direct deposit will be processed within 21 days of IRS e-file acceptance. 2  Mailed paper returns â Refund processing time is 6 to 8 weeks from the date the IRS receives your tax return. Return Received Notice within 24 â 48 hours after e-file â The IRS Whereâs My Refund tool will show âReturn Receivedâ status once they begin processing your tax return.