For the 2026 tax season, the IRS is moving fully to digital refunds, eliminating paper checks and requiring direct deposit. Taxpayers must update their banking information and use IRS tracking tools to avoid delays and ensure timely refunds.

The IRS began accepting 2026 tax forms on Monday, Jan. 26, and filers expecting a refund may already be wondering how long it will take to get their money. Here's what tax filers in Michigan should know and do to find out about their filing status.

As the 2026 U.S. tax season begins, taxpayers can check their refund status using the IRS tool “Where's My Refund?” Here's how you can use the tool.