IR-2026-43: Tax filing season progressing smoothly with timely refund processing and a high use of electronic filing

IRS Newswire April 2, 2026 Issue Number:  IR-2026-43 Inside This Issue Tax filing season progressing smoothly with timely refund processing and a high use of electronic filing IR-2026-43, April 2, 2026 WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service continues to deliver excellent service to taxpayers during the 2026 filing season with the rise in tax refunds, the smooth pace at which taxpayers are getting their refunds and the high use of electronic filing. "With less than two weeks left in the filing season, the IRS continues to provide historically outstanding service to taxpayers," said IRS Chief Executive Officer Frank J. Bisignano. "Tens of millions of Americans are getting their refunds direct deposited in their bank accounts and their returns processed promptly without error or delay." Highlights from the 2026 filing season, through March 20: Over 80 percent of refunds were issued in less than 21 days with an average refund amount of $3,571.    Over 98 percent of tax refunds have been issued electronically via direct deposit, out of a total of 57 million refunds issued. Over 98 percent of returns were filed electronically, out of a total of more than 78 million individual federal income tax returns. The average refund is up by more than 10 percent with total refunds now at more than $202 billion. Get refunds faster by providing banking information The IRS encourages all taxpayers who are expecting a refund to include banking information when they file. Taxpayers who did not provide valid bank information when they filed can use online tools on IRS.gov to provide the necessary information to get their refund faster. Only about one percent of taxpayers received a CP53E notice informing them that their banking information on the return is missing or invalid. Taxpayers do not have to wait to receive the notice to act. They can check the Where's My Refund? tool for next steps and if this situation applies to them, they can use their IRS Individual Online Account to resolve the issue quickly by providing accurate banking information or the reason they cannot. Once updated, the IRS will issue their refund, usually within seven days. For security purposes, IRS employees cannot update bank account information over the phone or in person. What taxpayers need to do After receiving the CP53E notice, they should: Access or create their IRS Individual Online Account. Navigate to: "Profile" "Banking information" "Add bank account" Enter and submit their direct deposit information. If taxpayers already took action through Where's My Refund or IRS Individual Online Account before they received the notice, they can disregard it. After updating their information, taxpayers can check the status on IRS.gov, with or without signing into their IRS Individual Online Account. Updates typically appear within a few days. What happens if no action is taken Taxpayers who receive a CP53E notice generally have 30 days from the date on the notice to act. If a taxpayer does not act within the 30-day window, the IRS will issue a paper check six weeks after the date the notice was issued.  Direct deposit remains the fastest and most secure way to receive a refund, helping reduce the risk of lost or stolen payments. Across government, paper instruments (e.g., checks and money orders) are far more likely than electronic payments to be lost, stolen, altered, or delayed. What the CP53E notice means Taxpayers may receive a CP53E notice if: No direct deposit information was included on the tax return, or The bank account information provided was incorrect or rejected by the bank. The notice does not mean the refund is denied. Instead, it means the refund is on hold until the taxpayer acts. What happens if a taxpayer does not have a bank account? Taxpayers who have filed their return without their direct deposit information and qualify for an exception to the direct deposit requirement may review and select the appropriate exception in their IRS Individual  Online Account. Limited exceptions to electronic methods are available for specific situations such as those involving hardships, or legal and procedural requirements. Providing exception eligibility information will allow the release of a paper check within one to two weeks. If the taxpayer can't access their IRS Individual Online Account, they can call the toll-free line for assistance with entering an exception to receive a paper check. Consistent with prior years, a paper check generally takes one to three weeks longer to process than a direct deposit. The telephone representative cannot input or update a taxpayer's banking information. More information In response to the executive order, Modernizing Payments To and From America's Bank Account, the IRS announced that paper refund checks began phasing out on Sept. 30, 2025. Taxpayers can learn more about this notice, including frequently asked questions and step-by-step instructions, by visiting Understanding Your CP53E Notice on IRS.gov.   Back to Top         Thank you for subscribing to the IRS Newswire, an IRS e-mail service. If you know someone who might want to subscribe to this mailing list, please forward this message to them so they can subscribe. This message was distributed automatically from the mailing list IRS Newswire. Please Do Not Reply To This Message. 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Tax Tip 2026-28: Don’t leave a potential refund on the table

IRS Tax Tips April 2, 2026 Issue Number: Tax Tip 2026-28 Don't leave a potential refund on the table Not everyone is legally required to file a federal tax return. However, not doing it could be leaving money on the table. People could be missing out on refundable tax credits or an income tax refund. This could apply to someone if they: Have had federal income tax withheld from their pay Made estimated tax payments Qualify to claim refundable tax credits Don't miss out on valuable tax credits A few tax credits people can claim on a federal tax return if they're eligible include: Earned Income Tax Credit – The EITC helps low to moderate-income workers and families get a tax break. The amount of the credit may vary based on income, family size and filing. Taxpayers can use the EITC Assistant to check their eligibility. Child Tax Credit – Taxpayers with a qualifying child may be eligible to claim up to $2,200 per qualifying child with the CTC. The Additional Child Tax Credit is a refundable portion of the CTC. For 2025, up to $1,700 per qualifying child may be refundable. Credit for Other Dependents – Taxpayers who don't qualify for the Child Tax Credit may qualify for the Credit for Other Dependents. This includes people who have: Dependent children who are age 18 or older at the end of 2025 Parents or other qualifying individuals they support Adoption Tax Credit – This credit now partially refundable and is available to taxpayers who finalized an adoption in 2025 or started the adoption process before 2025. The maximum amount, for 2025, is $17,280 per eligible child. The refundable amount is up to $5,000 per qualifying child. However, any nonrefundable amount carried forward can't be used to calculate a refundable portion for future tax years. Education credits – The American Opportunity Tax Credit is for qualified education expenses for the first four years of higher education. The Lifetime Learning Credit is for qualified tuition and related expenses paid for eligible students enrolled in an eligible educational institution. Get help deciding whether to file The Interactive Tax Assistant provides answers to many common tax law questions based on an individual's specific circumstances. It can help someone decide whether they should file a tax return and if they're eligible for many common tax credits. Subscribe to IRS Tax Tips Back to top           Thank you for subscribing to IRS Tax Tips, an IRS e-mail service. For more information on federal taxes please visit IRS.gov. This message was distributed automatically from the IRS Tax Tips mailing list. Please Do Not Reply To This Message. Useful Links: IRS.gov Help For Hurricane Victims News Essentials What's Hot News Releases IRS - The Basics IRS Guidance Media Contacts Facts & Figures Around The Nation e-News Subscriptions The Newsroom Topics Multimedia Center Noticias en Español Radio PSAs Tax Scams/Consumer Alerts The Tax Gap Fact Sheets IRS Tax Tips Armed Forces Latest News IRS Resources Contact Your Local IRS Office Filing Your Taxes Forms & Instructions Frequently Asked Questions Taxpayer Advocate Service Where to File IRS Social Media

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Consejos Tributarios del IRS 1ro de abril de 2026
Esenciales de Noticias Noticias en Español Consejos Tributarios del Cuidado de Salud Oficina de Prensa Fraudes Tributarios Alrededor de la Nación Temas de Interés IRS.gov/Español   Consejos Tributarios Centro Multimediático Hojas de Datos Recursos del IRS Medios Sociales y el IRS Contacto de Mi Oficina Local Formularios e Instrucciones Defensor del Contribuyente Los Derechos del Contribuyente	Consejo tributario del IRS 2026, 27SP En Esta Edición Manténgase informado, no engañado por preparadores de impuestos fantasmas y estafas de créditos tributarios La temporada de impuestos está llegando a su fin en un par de semanas, pero esto no significa que los estafadores y defraudadores se tomen un descanso. Aquí hay algunos puntos que fueron recientemente anunciado en la Docena Sucia, que los contribuyentes deberían tener en cuenta. Preparadores de impuestos fantasmas Los contribuyentes deben elegir a su preparador de impuestos con prudencia. Los preparadores de impuestos renumerados deben firmar la declaración e incluir un Número de identificación del Preparador de Impuestos, (PTIN, por sus siglas en inglés)  válido en cada declaración. Un preparador de impuestos "fantasma" prepara una declaración, pero se niega a firmarla e incluir un PTIN. Se debe evitar a estos preparadores de impuestos sin licencia o poco éticos. Cuando un preparador se niega a firmar o a proporcionar un PTIN, eso es una señal de alerta importante; el contribuyente es legalmente responsable de lo que se presenta. Los contribuyentes nunca deben firmar una declaración en blanco o incompleta. Los preparadores de impuestos fantasmas también suelen aprovecharse de los créditos tributarios al prometer grandes reembolsos. Estos preparadores pueden:  Exagerar la elegibilidad para las deducciones Reclamar créditos para los cuales los contribuyentes no son elegibles Desaparecer después de presentar la declaración, dejando al contribuyente a cargo de las multas, los intereses o las auditorias Las personas pueden presentar una queja contra un preparador de declaraciones de impuestos, si un preparador de impuestos renumerado presentó una declaración fraudulenta, lo hizo sin consentimiento, o siguió practicas indebidas de preparación tributaria. "Impuesto sobre el trabajo por cuenta propia" falso Otro elemento de la Docena Sucia es la difusión de información engañosa acerca de un crédito tributario para trabajadores por cuenta propia, lo cual puede derivar en la presentación de una declaración incorrecta. Muchos contribuyentes no son elegibles para estos créditos, y el IRS está revisando minuciosamente las solicitudes presentadas bajo esta disposición; por lo tanto, los contribuyentes que reclamen dichos créditos lo hacen bajo su propio riesgo. Infórmese sobre cualquier crédito tributario y sus requisitos de elegibilidad antes de solicitarlos El Asistente Tributario Interactivo (ITA, por sus siglas en inglés) del IRS puede ayudar a una persona a decidir si cumple con los requisitos para acceder a muchos créditos y deducciones tributarios populares. Se recuerda a los contribuyentes que deben recurrir a fuentes confiables y a profesionales de impuestos calificados, en lugar de basarse en consejos incorrectos publicados en redes sociales. Las personas pueden denunciar de manera confidencial cualquier sospecha de fraude tributario, estafas, robo de identidad, u otras irregularidades relacionadas con los impuestos a través de IRS.gov/submitatip. Back to top         Gracias por suscribirse a Consejos Tributarios en Español del IRS, un servicio de correo electrónico del IRS. Para obtener más información sobre los impuestos federales, por favor visite la página de internet IRS.gov. Este mensaje fue distribuido automáticamente de la lista de correos electrónicos de Consejos Tributarios en Español del IRS. Por favor no responda a este mensaje.

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General Tax Resources for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

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e-News for Withholding Agents April 1, 2026 Issue Number:  2026-03 General Tax Resources for the 2026 FIFA World Cup The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico. A total of 104 matches will be played from June 11 to July 19, 2026, featuring 48 national teams. The United States will host 78 matches across eleven cities including the final match. Nonresident individuals and foreign entities participating in this event may have tax obligations in the United States. The resources listed below can assist World Cup participants gain a better understanding of their tax responsibilities in the United States. Note that the following information is not an exhaustive list of all federal tax laws that may apply or all possible federal tax considerations. Additionally, the resources listed below do not address state or local taxes. General Rules Tax Reporting Requirements Foreign individuals and entities are generally subject to tax on their U.S. source income or earnings connected with activities performed in the United States. Generally, non-employee compensation, including earnings from independent personal services (e.g., as a contractor or performer), is subject to 30% federal withholding tax on the gross amount of U.S. source payments. Withholding agents (typically the promoter, league, team or event organizer) must withhold this tax and remit it to the IRS. In addition, withholding agents are required to report the payments and the tax withheld on Form 1042, Annual Withholding Tax Return for U.S. Source Income of Foreign Persons, and Form 1042-S, Foreign Person's U.S. Source Income Subject to Withholding. The foreign individuals and entities performing the services will also have their own filing requirements in the United States, generally Form 1040-NR, U.S. Nonresident Alien Income Tax Return, if a foreign individual or Form 1120-F, U.S. Income Tax Return of a Foreign Corporation, if a foreign corporation. If the foreign person is an employee, separate payroll withholding rules apply based on graduated rates under U.S. wage withholding rules. Treaty Guidance Foreign individuals and entities may claim a reduced withholding rate or exemption under an applicable treaty between the United States and their home country. To claim treaty benefits, individuals performing personal services will generally provide Form 8233, Exemption From Withholding on Compensation for Independent (and Certain Dependent) Personal Services of a Nonresident Alien Individual, to the withholding agent as documentation. Individuals with other types of income will generally provide Form W-8BEN, Certificate of Foreign Status of Beneficial Owner for United States Tax Withholding and Reporting (Individuals), and entities will generally provide Form W-8BEN-E, Certificate of Status of Beneficial Owner for United States Tax Withholding and Reporting (Entities). A foreign individual is generally required to have either a Social Security Number (SSN) or an Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) to claim treaty benefits; a foreign entity is generally required to have an Employer Identification Number (EIN) to claim treaty benefits. A foreign person claiming treaty benefits is also generally required to be a resident of the treaty country, the income must qualify under specific treaty provisions, and meet other applicable requirements under the treaty. Note: Individuals present in the U.S. under a work visa, such as O-1, P-1, etc., are generally not eligible for an ITIN and must apply for an SSN. If the Social Security Administration determines that a foreign person is not eligible for an SSN, a denial letter from the Social Security Administration must be obtained and attached to the Form W-7, Application for IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number. Individuals General Requirements IRS Publication 519, U.S. Tax Guide for Aliens Taxation of Nonresident Aliens Pay for personal services performed Taxation of foreign artists and athletes NRA Withholding Withholding tax on payments to foreign artists and athletes Determining your tax residency status Final Payment Exemption Obtaining an ITIN or SSN IRS Publication 1915, Understanding Your IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number ITIN Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) Obtaining an ITIN from abroad SSA Publication No. 05-10107, Foreign Workers and Social Security Numbers SSA Publication No. 05-10096, Social Security Numbers for Noncitizens Claiming Tax Treaty Benefits Claiming tax treaty benefits Form 8233, Exemption From Withholding on Compensation for Independent (and Certain Dependent) Personal Services of a Nonresident Alien Individual Instructions for Form 8233 Required U.S. Tax Filings A nonresident alien individual generally must file IRS Form 1040-NR to: Report U.S. source income, Reconcile tax liability with amounts withheld, Claim deductions to the extent allowed, and Claim treaty benefits not fully realized through withholding. See: Instructions to Form 1040-NR Making tax payments International Businesses General Requirements Federal income tax withholding and reporting on other kinds of U.S. source income paid to nonresident aliens Withholding Tax Publication 515, Withholding of Tax on Nonresident Aliens and Foreign Entities NRA Withholding Instructions for Form 1042 Instructions for Form 1042-S Making tax payments Documentation Beneficial owners and documentation Tax Treaties Tax treaties Claiming tax treaty benefits Required U.S. Tax Filings A foreign corporation or other entity engaged in a U.S. trade or business, such as income from a sports event or contractual services, generally must file Form 1120-F to: Report effectively connected income, Determine taxable income, and Pay U.S. tax after allowable deductions See: Instructions to Form 1120-F Making tax payments Wages vs. Independent Services Publication 5520, How Businesses Determine if a Worker is an Employee or Independent Contractor Publication 1779, Independent Contractor or Employee Publication 15, Employer's Tax Guide Independent contractor (self-employed) or employee? Topic no. 762, Independent contractor vs. employee Foreign Artists and Athletes The IRS has a Central Withholding Agreement ("CWA") program that allows individual nonresident alien artists and athletes, who are performing independent personal services and participate in a specific tour or series of athletic events in the United States, to enter into advance agreements with the IRS and a designated withholding agent to determine how much tax will be withheld from their income. Under a CWA, the artist or athlete is required to file a final income tax return to compute the appropriate amount of income tax at graduated tax rates and pay any tax due after considering the tax withheld. Artists and athletes who are performing dependent personal services are not eligible for a CWA. To request a CWA, the artist or athlete must submit a complete Form 13930, Application for Central Withholding Agreement (CWA). An application for a CWA must be submitted at least 45 days before the first event date listed on the application to allow for a timely evaluation. An application received by the IRS less than 45 days before the first event listed in the application, or that is not properly completed, will be rejected and returned to the applicant. Taxation of foreign artists and athletes Withholding tax on payments to foreign artists and athletes Central Withholding Agreement program State Tax Considerations In addition to federal tax rules, each U.S. state where the events occur may impose its own state income or withholding tax on earnings from activities conducted within that state. Rules vary by state. For additional information see State government websites that may contain useful information concerning state tax requirements. Back to top Thank you for subscribing to e-News for Withholding Agents, an IRS email service. 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