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NC Tax Refunds May Take Longer To Get To You

The normal wait time is 8 weeks for an electronically filed return. But with the enhanced screening, it could take longer.

RALEIGH-- When it comes to your state refund, you're looking at waiting much longer for your money than with your federal refund (about 21 days if you e-file). NC Department of Revenue’s site reads, ‘due to enhanced identity theft protection measures, some refunds may take longer than normal.”

And what's normal? Eight weeks for electronic returns and 12 weeks for paper returns. 2WTK contacted the state about details of those enhanced security measures.

A spokesperson said, “Because we do not want identity thieves to know how we are screening, we cannot share details.” He added, “The enhanced screening will help the state identify potentially affected taxpayers with a letter. NCDOR will not initiate contact by phone about identity theft.”

You can check your NC refund status here. You’ll be asked for the exact amount and your social security number.

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