Millions of Americans have filed their taxes and are now anxiously awaiting their refunds. For most people, that will be around $3,170, according to recent statistics from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) — up from $3,050 in 2024.

If you didn't submit your tax returns by the April 15 deadline, this is what the IRS recommends you do next to ensure a refund and minimize penalties.

The IRS is issuing tax refunds of up to $2,600 this week to eligible citizens across the United States. The timing of your refund depends on when you filed your tax return.