Where’s My Iowa State Tax Refund?

Find more information about your Iowa income taxes and how to track your Iowa refund status below. You can also check your tax filing status and refund for any state here.

Iowa Tax Refund Status and Iowa Tax Due Date

The Iowa State Department of Taxation and Finance is where you can find your IA tax refund status. Check the status of your Iowa tax refund using these resources.

State: Iowa
Website: Check My Iowa Tax Refund Status
General Information: 800-367-3388 (toll-free) or 515-281-3114
Online Contact Form: Contact Iowa Department of Revenue
2025 Iowa State Tax Filing Deadline: April 30, 2026

Note: Please wait at least two business days before checking the status of your Iowa state refund if you filed your return electronically. Refunds are typically processed in 30 to 45 days.

FAQs

How long to get Iowa tax refund?

The fastest way to get your refund is to e-file your Iowa state income tax return and choose direct deposit. However, if your return is incorrect, incomplete, or you filed a paper return, expect to wait a bit longer.

How to check Iowa tax refund?

You can check your Iowa refund status online using the “Where’s My Refund?” tool on the Iowa Department of Revenue’s website (only available for Iowa 1040 returns filed on or after Nov. 1, 2023).

To use the tool, you’ll need your Social Security number or ITIN, tax year, and expected refund amount. If you filed a joint return, enter the first SSN or ITIN listed on the tax return.

When does Iowa release tax refunds?

Iowa processes refunds after returns are received and accepted. While there’s no set issue date for all refunds, most e-filed refunds are issued within a few weeks of filing (paper returns may take several more weeks).

Note that these are general guidelines. Timing may vary depending on the type of return and the volume of returns being processed by the state tax department at the time. If you have waited longer than the expected timeframe and still haven’t received your refund, use your state’s refund status tracking tool (linked above) or contact your state department of revenue using the contact info above.

Why is my Iowa tax refund under manual review?

If your return contains errors, missing information, or is flagged for potential fraud, it may trigger a manual review. Manual reviews take longer to process, which can lead to delays in issuing your refund.

Why is my Iowa tax refund being offset?

State refunds can be offset (reduced or withheld) if you owe certain debts, such as unpaid taxes or child support, defaulted student loans, or other unpaid court-ordered debts. Tax agencies have the authority to intercept refunds to pay for certain debts. If you believe your refund offset was done in error, contact your state tax department.

What day are Iowa tax refunds deposited?

There isn’t a fixed “deposit day” for state refunds. Once your refund is approved, Iowa issues it as soon as possible. Direct deposit usually arrives faster than mailed checks, but the exact day varies depending on when you filed and how quickly your return is processed.

2025 Iowa income tax brackets

Beginning Jan. 1, 2025, the Iowa individual income tax rate is a flat rate of 3.8% on all income, regardless of filing status.

Iowa standard tax deduction

Iowa no longer has its own standard deductions and will instead follow the federal standard deduction. Taxpayers must use the same filing status on their Iowa tax return that they used on the federal tax return. Married taxpayers also can no longer file separately on a combined return.

Iowa school district surtax

As an Iowa resident, it’s important to understand the school district surtax when dealing with state income taxes. This surtax generates revenue that directly benefits the school district where the taxpayer resides. The amount owed is based on the taxpayer’s total state income tax, multiplied by the surtax rate for their district. Each district has a different rate, but all rates fall within the range of 0% to 20%.

Example: If a taxpayer’s total state income taxes are $1,000, and they live in a school district with a 10% surtax, the school district surtax is $100.

Iowa state income tax filing deadlines 2025

The State of Iowa government has issued the following guidance concerning income tax filing deadlines and extensions:

The state tax filing due date for 2025 Iowa income tax returns is April 30, 2026.
Qualifying taxpayers who file and pay by this date will not be subject to late filing or underpayment penalties. Interest on unpaid taxes, however, will accrue starting May 1, 2026.
Iowa residents are not required to file for a personal extension, as it is automatic. To avoid penalties, it is advised that at least 90% of the individual’s Iowa tax liability is paid by April 30, 2026. By fulfilling this requirement, the individual’s tax filing deadline will be extended to Oct. 31, 2026.

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