You can check the status of your Iowa tax refund online using the Iowa Department of Revenue's "Where's My Refund" tool at govconnect.iowa.gov. To use this service, you will need your Social Security Number, the tax year, and the exact refund amount from your return. If you filed electronically, allow up to a week for your information to appear in the system. Refund processing typically takes about 30 to 45 days. Once your return is processed, the site will show the date your refund was issued

. You can also check your refund status by phone by calling 515-281-3114 or 800-367-3388, but phone representatives have access only to the same information available online

. Delays in receiving your refund may occur if your return has errors, is incomplete, requires additional review, or if you filed a paper return instead of e-filing

. If you received a damaged refund check, you can mail it along with a completed affidavit to the Iowa Department of Revenue to get a replacement check in 4-6 weeks

. In summary, the best way to find out where your Iowa tax refund is:

• Visit govconnect.iowa.gov and enter your Social Security Number, tax year, and refund amount.
• Or call 515-281-3114 or 800-367-3388.
• Expect processing times of 30-45 days, longer if your return needs review or corrections