Question

I do not have my federal return but online is saying it's been paid

And it is past the date listed on the IRS site

Perhaps it was used to pay a government debt (refund offset). Generally the IRS will send you an explanation letter if that happens.

A refund offset is when an IRS refund is reduced or intercepted to pay off delinquent debt, such as past-due child support, outstanding student loans, or unpaid state income tax.

Contact the IRS for more details. The IRS telephone number is 1-800-829-1040. Expect long phone wait times since it is tax season.

If you don't receive a notice, contact the Department of Treasury's Bureau of the Fiscal Service (BFS

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