IRS $3,000 tax refund June 2025: Who qualifies and when you’ll get it
IRS refund processing is underway, but paper filers may face delays; e-filing speeds up refunds for 2024 returns.
As most Americans who have filed their 2024 tax returns and ask for an extension, the IRS has begun processing return for refunds. However, recent budget cuts and staffing levels cuts, especially for those who mailed in paper returns, can cause delays.
Your refund will not be processed until the IRS has your tax return on file and has reviewed it. Due to recent reductions at the IRS, taxpayers may experience some delays in receiving refunds this year.
IRS tax refund June 2025: Filing paper or electronically
If you file your return on paper, you can expect to wait longer for your return than e-filers. The IRS just recently began opening and distributing paper returns. Paper returns must be worked by an IRS employee. Understandably, this process is very slow, and it may take some time before you know if your return was accepted and when your refund will be issued.
Filing electronically is typically faster and easier. The IRS will process e-filed returns almost immediately, unless the IRS flagged something for review. For taxpayers with routine tax situations, especially employees with typical positions, this process will often be somewhat speedy. The IRS also initiated a Direct File process which allows taxpayers with relatively basic returns to file directly with the IRS without engaging third-party companies, further expediting the processing.
Refund timelines vary by filing date and refund method, with averages near $3,000. Photo: GLR composition/La República.
When will you get your money?
When you’ll receive your refund depends largely on how and when you filed, as well as the method you chose for receiving your money. Here’s the current refund timeline provided by the IRS:
For returns filed between May 1 and May 15, 2025:
- Paper filing refunds are expected between June 26 and July 10, 2025.
- E-filing with direct deposit refunds are expected between May 22 and June 4, 2025.
- E-filing with a mailed check refunds are expected between May 29 and June 11, 2025.
For returns filed between May 16 and May 31, 2025:
- Paper filing refunds are expected between July 11 and July 25, 2025.
- E-filing with direct deposit refunds expected between June 6 and June 19, 2025.
- E-filing with a mailed check refunds are expected between June 13 and June 26, 2025.
IRS tax refund is about $2,939 for June
Typically, most taxpayers can expect a refund of about $3,000 dollars, with the exact average for this year being approximately $2,939. Unfortunately, the average refund amount is not particularly useful information if you don't know when you'll actually receive the refunds.
Even with an expected refund schedule, problems can arise that can slow the refund process. To stay updated, it's a good idea to use the IRS online tracking tool.
