Paper checks

Forum|Forum|4 months ago
February 14, 2026
3 replies
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I was not aware the IRS stopped issuing checks as of 9/25. I now have an individual who needs to establish an IDme account to enter bank information. This client is totally lost navigating such things, does anyone know if there is an alternative for him to get his refund?

Thank you, YLC

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Just-Lisa-Now-

Intuit Community Champion

Heres how it works

https://www.taxpayeradvocate.irs.gov/news/tax-tips/direct-deposit-changes-for-2026-could-affect-how-and-when-you-get-your-refund/2026/01/?utm_source=hootsuite&utm_medium=facebook&utm_term=taxpayer+advocate+service&utm_content=5cdda8d7-cba0-4928-9d16-dddf24c386c4&utm_campaign=

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rbynaker

Level 13

I'm guessing this post is spurred by a new CP53E Notice. My understanding is that the IRS will still send a check in six weeks.

See Q5/A5:

https://www.irs.gov/pub/taxpros/fs-2026-02.pdf

My guess is that the check will go out just before the IRS is required to pay interest on the refund. Post back and let us know what happens.

Rick

Just-Lisa-Now-

Intuit Community Champion

the letter gives you 30 days to get them a DD acct if you still dont respond them, 6 weeks later a check....so it will happen, it will just be ahwile.

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YLCAuthor

Level 5

Thank you!

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gma

Level 4

Can a 1040x be done just correcting the direct deposit info?

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