Where Is My Rhode Island Tax Refund

Find more information about your Rhode Island state income taxes below.

Where is my Rhode Island tax refund?

Check the status of your refund using these resources.

State:  Rhode Island
Refund Status Website:  Check my Rhode Island tax refund status
Refund Status:  1-401-574-8829, (choose option 3)
Email: Tax.Assist@tax.ri.gov
2025 Tax Filing Deadline: April 15, 2026

Note: Please wait at least 2 to 3 weeks before checking the status of your refund on electronically filed returns and 4 to 6 weeks for paper-filed returns.

FAQs

How long to get Rhode Island tax refund?

You can expect to receive your Rhode Island tax refund within 4 to 8 weeks after your return is accepted (assuming there are no issues with your return). The fastest way to get your refund is to e-file your Rhode Island state income tax return and choose direct deposit. However, if your return is incorrect, incomplete, or you filed a paper return, the refund process can take longer.

How to check Rhode Island tax refund?

You can check your refund online using the “Where’s My Refund?” tool on the Rhode Island Division of Taxation’s website. To use the tool, you’ll need your Social Security number, tax year, and expected refund amount.

When does Rhode Island release tax refunds?

Rhode Island 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 taxation using the contact info above.

Why is my Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island tax refunds deposited?

There isn’t a fixed “deposit day” for state refunds. Basically, once your refund is approved, Rhode Island 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.

Rhode Island tax brackets 2025

Rhode Island’s income tax rates are near the national average and impact taxpayers state-wide. Here is a look at the 2025 income tax bracket for all filing types:

Taxable income	Tax rate
Up to $79,900	3.75%
$79,901 to $181,650	4.75%
Over $181,650	5.99%

Rhode Island taxable income

When it comes to calculating a taxpayer’s total taxable income in the state of Rhode Island, several different types of income should be subtracted from your federal adjusted gross income (AGI). For instance, state and local debt obligations outside of Rhode Island, U.S. government obligations, and contributions to 529 college savings plans are all types of income that can be removed.

Unlike several other states, however, some Social Security benefits are considered taxable income in Rhode Island.

Rhode Island tax deductions and personal exemption

Taxpayers in Rhode Island cannot claim itemized deductions, but a standard deduction is available. Here are the Rhode Island standard deduction amounts for 2025:

Single: $10,900
Married filing jointly: $21,800
Head of household: $16,350
Married filing separately: $10,900

Rhode Island offers a personal exemption of $5,100 for tax year 2025. Most Rhode Island taxpayers should be able to claim the standard deduction and personal exemption amounts. However, if your federal AGI falls within a certain range, your deduction amounts may be limited.

View more Rhode Island inflation adjustments for tax year 2025.

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Where Is My Rhode Island State Tax Refund?

Where is my Rhode Island tax refund?

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