You incorrectly enter an account or routing number and the number passes the validation check but your designated financial institution rejects and returns the deposit to the IRS. The IRS will issue a paper check for that portion of your refund once received.

What happens if you have the wrong tax return number?

One wrong number can end up causing a big mess and jeopardize your direct deposit tax refund. The wrong account number on your tax return direct deposit might cause your refund to go into someone else’s checking account.

Where do I enter my routing number on my tax return?

Click Next to get to the Your Refund Method screen. Choose Direct Deposit. Click Next. Enter your routing and account numbers on the Enter Your Direct Deposit Information screen. Click Next. Re-enter your routing and account numbers on the Confirm Your Bank Information screen. Click Next to finish filing your return.

Why is my tax refund going to the wrong bank account?

Surprisingly, there are several reasons why your tax refund might get routed to the wrong bank account.

Can you change your routing number if you have a wrong bank account?

If necessary, you can change a wrong bank account and routing number for a tax refund. However, the process is different depending on whether or not you’ve successfully filed your return. If you haven’t yet filed your return, or if the IRS rejected your return: Go to the File section of the H&R Block Online product.

What should I do if I made a mistake in my routing number?

The IRS also offers guidelines for you to follow if you realize you made a mistake inputting either number. The steps you take depend on the type of error you made. Check your mailbox regularly after realizing you left digits out of your account or routing number.

What happens if I Send my tax refund to the wrong account?

Please know that If your refund was sent to a bank account under someone else’s name, or you entered the wrong account or wrong routing number, your refund will be rejected by the bank and will be returned to the IRS . You will eventually receive a paper check from the IRS, mailed to the address you entered on your return.