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shipnout
April 6, 2025
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If we have $0 tax liability, do refunds always get a mailed check?

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If our refund is over $10000, does the IRS always mail the refund check?
    Best answer by JohnB5677

    No, there is no IRS protocol to change refund delivery options.

    • If you've had the same account for years, I don't know why it would change.
    • If you wish to contact the IRS, you can call toll-free at 800-829-1040 

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    JohnB5677
    JohnB5677
    April 6, 2025

    During the filing process you have an opportunity to choose a paper check, or to have your refund direct deposited to your bank account.

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    shipnoutAuthor
    April 6, 2025

    No. That is not accurate. I indicated direct deposit when I filed. I have had direct deposit of refunds to the same account and same routing numbers for 10+ years. The IRS changed my refund from direct deposit to a mailed check without any notification or indication of any type of error. Is there some sort of IRS protocol that automatically changes a direct deposit to a mailed check when there is a $0 tax liability? Or a refund greater than $10K?

    JohnB5677
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    April 6, 2025

    No, there is no IRS protocol to change refund delivery options.

    • If you've had the same account for years, I don't know why it would change.
    • If you wish to contact the IRS, you can call toll-free at 800-829-1040 
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