Georgia tax refunds for the 2024 tax year will start being issued after the tax returns are processed. The Georgia Department of Revenue began processing 2024 individual income tax returns on February 3, 2025, with a filing deadline of May 1, 2025, for returns without extensions. Most refunds are issued within 3 weeks of receiving the return, though it can take up to 12 weeks in some cases. For first-time filers or those who haven't filed in five or more years, the refund will be sent via paper check.

For the 2025 Georgia surplus tax refund (a one-time rebate), payments typically start going out in June 2025. If you filed by the May 1, 2025 deadline, you should allow about 6 to 8 weeks for this refund to be issued. The rebates will be automatically sent based on the payment option chosen on your tax return, either by direct deposit or paper check.

In summary:

• Normal tax refunds: Most issued within 3 weeks of return receipt, up to 12 weeks possible.
• Surplus tax rebates (2025): Start issuing payments in June 2025, expect 6-8 weeks after filing deadline (May 1, 2025).

You can check the status of your Georgia tax refund online or by phone using the Georgia Department of Revenue tools.