The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) continues to issue tax refunds for the 2025 tax season, with thousands of Americans set to receive an average refund of $3,000 this June.
While the majority of early filers have already received their refunds, the IRS is actively processing returns submitted after the April 15 tax deadline, including those from late filers, extension requests, and expatriates.
If you haven’t received your refund yet or are wondering whether you’re eligible, this guide will walk you through everything—from eligibility and refund amounts to tracking your payment and key deadlines.
Tax Season 2025 Overview
The 2025 tax season, which covered income from January 1 to December 31, 2024, officially ended on April 15, 2025. However, the IRS continues to accept and process returns from:
- Individuals who filed after the deadline
- People granted automatic or disaster-related extensions
- U.S. citizens living abroad
Average Tax Refund in 2025
According to early April data from the IRS:
| Year | Average Tax Refund |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,011 |
| 2025 | $3,116 |
This marks a modest increase of $105, giving eligible Americans a boost in disposable income at a crucial time when inflation and living costs remain high.
Who Is Still Receiving Refunds in June 2025?
The following groups are most likely to receive IRS refunds in June:
1. Late Filers
Taxpayers who filed after April 15, especially in late April or May, are now seeing their refunds processed.
2. Extension Filers
If you filed for an extension, you have until October 15, 2025, to submit your return. However, the extension applies only to filing, not to taxes owed.
3. Disaster Relief Extensions
Residents in federally declared disaster areas may have received automatic extensions. These individuals are now submitting returns and awaiting refunds.
4. U.S. Citizens Living Abroad
For Americans abroad, the IRS offers an automatic 2-month extension, moving the filing deadline to June 16, 2025. Refunds for this group will also be disbursed over the next several weeks.
How to Know If You’re Eligible for a Refund
You are likely eligible for a refund if:
- You had taxes withheld from your paycheck throughout 2024
- You qualify for tax credits, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), Child Tax Credit, or Education Credits
- You paid more taxes than you owed during the year
- You submitted Form W-2 from your employer
Even if you owe no tax, you could still receive a refund by filing your return.
How to Track Your IRS Refund
The IRS ‘Where’s My Refund’ tool is the fastest way to check your refund status.
Steps to Use ‘Where’s My Refund’:
- Visit the official IRS website
- Provide the following:
- Social Security Number or Tax ID
- Filing status (Single, Married Filing Jointly, etc.)
- Exact refund amount claimed
Note: For electronic filers, status updates are usually available within 24 hours. For paper returns, it can take up to four weeks.
Important IRS Filing Deadlines
| Category | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Standard filing deadline | April 15, 2025 |
| Deadline for Americans abroad | June 16, 2025 |
| Extension filing deadline | October 15, 2025 |
Remember: If you filed for an extension but owe taxes, you were still required to pay by April 15 to avoid interest or penalties.
Foreign Earned Income and Expat Tax Credit
For Americans living abroad, the IRS taxes worldwide income, but you may be able to exclude up to $120,000 of foreign-earned income through the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE) and claim other foreign tax credits.
This could reduce your taxable income significantly and lead to a refund, especially if you overpaid taxes or qualify for specific deductions.
With the average IRS refund climbing to $3,116, many Americans will receive a welcome financial boost this June 2025. Whether you filed late, requested an extension, or are living abroad, now is the time to check your status using the IRS’s refund tracking tools.
Make sure your return is filed accurately and on time to claim what you’re owed—your $3,000+ refund may already be on the way.
FAQs
When will I get my IRS tax refund if I filed in May 2025?
Refunds typically take 21 days from the date of electronic filing. If you filed in May, expect your refund in June 2025.
How can I check if my refund is being processed?
Use the IRS’s ‘Where’s My Refund’ tool with your SSN, filing status, and expected refund amount for real-time updates.
Does the filing extension also extend my payment deadline?
No. Extensions only apply to filing your return, not paying owed taxes. Payments were due by April 15, 2025.