HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — Tax season is underway in Alabama, but how long does it take to get your annual tax refund? According to the Alabama Department of Revenue (ALDOR), the amount of time it takes to process your refund largely depends on the date of filing and the filing method.
ALDOR states that electronic refunds are processed much faster than paper filings. Typically, error-free returns filed in January or February can be processed by March or April. However, the longer you wait, the longer it takes to receive your refund. Here’s an explanation of what to expect:
First-time filers: New filers should expect longer wait times as they need to be set up in ALDOR’s system. Generally, these refunds take 10 to 12 weeks after filing.
E-filers: E-filers should expect refunds within 8 to 10 weeks after receiving a filing acknowledgment from the state.
Paper filers: These refunds take between 8 to 12 weeks.
Refunds may be further delayed if there are issues with the filing or if additional information is requested from the filer.
Tax refunds will begin being issued as early as March 1. The tax season in the United States runs from January 23 to April 18 this year.
