Americans who may receive IRS tax refunds of up to $2,939 due June 15 – Check your eligibility with these requirements

Hello there, if you’ve been expecting a tax refund, this might be your week to finally receive it. The IRS is issuing a group of payments today, and if you filed your tax return between mid-to-late May, you might be among the Americans who get up to $2,939 between June 9 and June 15.

Why now?

First things first: IRS refunds don’t go out at the same time. Based on when and how you filed your return, your refund might appear weeks sooner or later than someone else’s. Currently, the IRS is issuing returns from individuals who had their returns filed by the third week of May. If that’s you—and you opted for direct deposit—your refund might arrive in your account any day now.

How much can you get?

According to the IRS, the 2025 average tax refund is $2,939. That’s a relatively modest boost—about $70 more—from last year’s average of $2,869. It’s no guarantee you’ll get this exact amount, but it should provide a good estimate. Your refund will depend on your income, deductions, credits, and whether or not you owe the IRS.

When to expect your refund (If you filed in May)

Here’s a handy reference depending on when you filed your return electronically and selected direct deposit:

•  Filed May 19 → Refund expected June 9
•  Filed May 20 → Refund expected June 10
•  Filed May 21 → Refund expected June 11
•  Filed May 22 → Refund expected June 12
•  Filed May 23 → Refund expected June 13
•  Filed May 24 → Refund due June 14
•  Filed May 25 → Refund due June 15

If you’re getting a paper check via mail, tack on an extra week. And if you submitted your return on paper, the IRS says it’ll take 4 to 8 weeks to see your cash, even when you’re getting direct deposit.

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What could slow down your refund?

There are a few reasons why your refund might be held up, even if you e-filed:

•  Claiming certain tax credits, like the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC), will take longer because the IRS has to verify them twice.
•  Paper filing instead of e-filing generally takes longer.
•  Having taxes owed can cause the IRS to set off part or all of your refund against the obligation.

Finding your refund

Feeling impatient (as who wouldn’t be)? Try the IRS’s “Where’s My Refund?” tool on their website. It lets you check the status of your return and your refund. You can also use the IRS2Go app on your phone—it’s free and gives real-time updates.

Lastly, keep an eye on your bank and mail this week. And if it’s behind schedule, don’t worry—just follow up and make sure everything is going well.

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