A NEW ERA OF EMPOWER TAXPAYERS: YOUR REFUND, YOUR FUTURE
THE PRESS CENTER | BREAKING NEWS | IRS
SEPT 28 2025
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS), working in partnership with the U.S. Department of the Treasury, has confirmed a transformative shift in how Americans receive their tax refunds. Beginning September 30, 2025, paper refund checks for individual taxpayers will be phased out, as directed by Executive Order 14247 and implemented in full compliance with federal law.
This is more than a policy update—it’s a nationwide leap forward. It’s a commitment to faster service, stronger security, and a modern financial system designed to uplift every taxpayer. You deserve efficiency. You deserve safety. You deserve clarity. And this change is built to deliver exactly that.
Why This Change Matters — And Why It Empowers You
Stronger Protection for Your Money
Paper checks are vulnerable—over 16 times more likely to be lost, stolen, altered, or delayed. Electronic payments dramatically reduce those risks, giving you greater peace of mind and control over your financial future.
Faster Access to Your Refund
When you file electronically and choose direct deposit, refunds typically arrive within 21 days. Paper checks can take six weeks or more. You deserve speed, and the digital system is built to get your money to you sooner.
Smarter Use of Resources
Electronic payments cut administrative costs and streamline processing. That means a more efficient IRS—one that can focus more energy on serving you.
What You Need to Know — Clear, Simple, and Actionable
1. Your Filing Process Stays the Same
Keep using the same forms and procedures you’re familiar with. This includes 2024 tax returns filed on extension through December 31, 2025.
2. Refunds Will Be Delivered Digitally
Most taxpayers will receive refunds through direct deposit or other secure electronic methods. This is the new standard—faster, safer, and more reliable.
3. Support for Everyone, Including the Unbanked
If you don’t have a bank account, you still have options. The IRS will offer:
Prepaid debit cards
Digital wallet solutions
Limited exceptions for special circumstances
No one is left behind. Everyone has a path forward.
4. Take Charge Today
Empower yourself by preparing early:
Update your banking information
Consider opening a free or low‑cost account
Helpful resources:
FDIC: GetBanked
MyCreditUnion.gov
By the Numbers — Proof of Progress
During the 2025 tax season:
The IRS issued over 93.5 million refunds
93% (nearly 87 million) were delivered via direct deposit
Only 7% were issued as paper checks
The future isn’t coming—it’s already here.
What’s Next — Stay Ready, Stay Informed
Payments to the IRS
Executive Order 14247 also applies to payments made to the IRS. For now, continue using your current payment methods. Updates will be provided as changes roll out.
Guidance for 2025 Returns
Before the 2026 filing season begins, the IRS will release detailed instructions to ensure every taxpayer knows exactly what to expect.
Stay Connected
Visit IRS.gov/modernpayments for ongoing updates, educational resources, and nationwide outreach efforts.
SOURCE CREDIT: IRS.GOV
