You can check the status of your Virginia state tax refund using the Virginia Department of Taxation's "Where's My Refund?" tool available online 24/7. To use it, you will need to enter your Social Security number, the tax year of the return filed, and the exact expected refund amount. Alternatively, you can call the automated refund system at 804-367-2486, which is also available 24/7 and provides the same information without waiting for a customer service representative

. Typical refund processing times for Virginia are:

• Up to 4 weeks for electronically filed returns
• Up to 8 weeks for paper-filed returns
• An additional 3 weeks if sent by certified mail

If you filed electronically before February 3, your refund should be processed by March 3, but times can vary based on individual circumstances

. If you want to check your federal refund status, you can use the IRS "Where's My Refund?" tool, which updates once daily and requires your Social Security number, filing status, and exact refund amount

. In summary, for Virginia refunds:

• Use the online tool or call 804-367-2486
• Have your SSN, tax year, and refund amount ready
• Expect up to 4 weeks for e-filed refunds and up to 8 weeks for paper returns