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Form 13691-ES: 13691 (EN-SP)
IRS Form 13691 (EN-SP) is used to check on refund status for those who filed a tax return with the IRS. You can access information online 24 hours after e-filing or four weeks after mailing.
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IRS Form 13691-ES - 13691 (EN-SP)
IRS Form 13691 (EN-SP) is used to check on refund status for those who filed a tax return with the IRS. You can access information online 24 hours after e-filing or four weeks after mailing.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Failing to provide the Primary Social Security Number prevents immediate status checks via IRS Form 13691 (EN-SP).
- 2Filing without providing the Primary Social Security Number on Form 13691 (EN-SP).
- 3Entering the incorrect Filing Status on return when using IRS Form 13691 (EN-SP).
- 4Not stating whether the return was sent by e-file or mailed.
- 5Omitting the Exact refund amount required for status checks.
Plain English
This form helps taxpayers track whether the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) received their submitted tax return and if the expected refund has been processed and sent out. By using this form, filers can confirm the status of their payment without waiting for a paper notice from the agency.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2015-08-20 00:00:00
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when you filed a tax return with the IRS and are expecting a refund, allowing you to check its status.
- Do not use it when you have not yet filed your tax return or if you do not expect a refund.
- Check Form 13691 (EN-SP) instead when checking on the status of a refund.
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Use this form or another form?
You are filing electronically
You can get online access to your refund information faster than paper returns.
✓ Check Form 13691 (EN-SP)
Not stated in the official source
You mailed your return
Online status is available four weeks after mailing a paper return.
✓ Check Form 13691 (EN-SP)
Not stated in the official source
You are checking refund status by phone
This number allows you to obtain information about your refund over the phone.
✓ Check Form 13691 (EN-SP)
Deadline or filing window
The trigger event is filing a tax return; the resulting window for checking status begins 24 hours after e-file confirmation or four weeks after mailing. The source does not specify an extension period, only the timing of availability.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Primary Social Security Number
Your Primary SSN · Needed for online/phone check
Filing Status on return
The specific filing status listed on your tax return · Needed for online/phone check
Exact refund amount
The precise dollar amount you are expecting back · Needed for online/phone check
Date e-filed your return
The date the IRS acknowledges receipt of your electronic filing · Used to determine 24-hour window
Phone Number
1-800-829-1954 · Used for telephone inquiry
Online Access Window
24 hours after e-file acknowledgement OR four weeks after mailing · Defines when online status becomes available
Before you submit
- 1Verify the Catalog Number is 40140V.
- 2Confirm the revision date reads 8-2015.
- 3Ensure you have your Primary Social Security Number ready for verification.
- 4Double-check that the Filing Status on return matches your tax filing exactly.
- 5Input or verify the Exact refund amount is correct.
- 6If checking online, confirm the Date e-filed your return is accurate relative to when it was sent/received.
- 7If calling, ensure you have 1-800-829-1954 ready for use.
How to file this form
- 1Gather the required information: Primary Social Security Number, Filing Status on return, and Exact refund amount.
- 2Determine how your return was submitted (e-filed or sent by mail) to confirm when online status is available.
- 3If checking online via www.irs.gov, input the details into the appropriate fields after confirming receipt.
- 4Alternatively, call 1-800-829-1954 to obtain information on your refund status.
Known limitations
- 1The information provided through IRS Form 13691 (EN-SP) is for checking refund status after filing a tax return with the IRS.
- 2Online access to refund information becomes available 24 hours after the IRS acknowledges receipt of an e-filed return, or four weeks after mailing a paper return.
- 3To check refund status by telephone using Form 13691 (EN-SP), the filer must have the Primary Social Security Number and Filing Status on return.
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General Info
2 items
Full legal name and taxpayer identification number (SSN or EIN).
Current mailing address.
Details
2 items
Complete all applicable sections of this form according to the official IRS instructions.
Enter the relevant dollar amount if this form involves tax calculation.
Certification
1 items
Read and acknowledge any certifications required by this form.
Signatures
1 items
Sign and date. Unsigned forms cannot be processed.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The current edition is Revision 8-2015, and the source provides access to information regarding refund status via the IRS Web site.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision date reads 8-2015.
- Catalog Number — confirm it is 40140V.
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source (but phone number is provided).
- Signature — Not stated in the official source, but signing before sending is required.
- Form Name/Number — confirm the title reads Form 13691(EN-SP).
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After you file
- 1Keep a copy of the filed form for records.
- 2Confirm online access to refund information is available within 24 hours if e-filed, or four weeks if mailed (according to Form 13691 (EN-SP)).
- 3If checking by phone, use the number 1-800-829-1954.
- 4Ensure the Primary Social Security Number and exact refund amount are known when seeking status information via Form 13691 (EN-SP).
Sources
- SRCForm 13691 (EN-SP) has Catalog Number 40140V and Revision Date 8-2015 (Instructions p.1).
- SRCOnline access to refund information is available 24 hours after IRS acknowledges receipt of an e-filed return (Instructions p.1).
- SRCOnline access to refund information is available four weeks after mailing a paper return (Instructions p.1).
- SRCTo obtain refund status by telephone, the filer needs Primary Social Security Number and Filing Status on return (Instructions p.1).
- SRCThe phone number for checking refund status via Form 13691 (EN-SP) is 1-800-829-1954 (Instructions p.1).
- SRCIn Spanish, the form title translates to '¿Dónde está mi reembolso?' and it checks if IRS received the return or if the refund was processed/sent (Instructions p.2).
Common confusion points
When is my refund info available online?
It takes 24 hours after e-filing or four weeks after mailing.
→ Check the date you submitted your return against these timelines.
What do I need to check my refund status by phone?
You must have your Primary Social Security Number, Filing Status on return, and Exact refund amount ready.
→ Verify all three pieces of information before calling 1-800-829-1954.
Does 'e-filed' mean it was mailed electronically or uploaded to the website?
It refers to electronic submission; online access is faster (24 hours) than paper filing.
→ Confirm if your return was submitted via e-file or mail before checking timelines.
What is the catalog number for this form?
The Catalog Number is 40140V.
→ Use this number when referencing Form 13691 (EN-SP) with IRS support.
Does this form tell me *why* my refund was delayed?
It checks if the return was received and whether the refund was processed/sent, but does not detail the reason for delay in the excerpt provided.
→ Check the online status page for more granular details beyond what Form 13691 (EN-SP) confirms.
What is the revision date I should use?
The current edition on file has a Revision Date of 8-2015.
→ Confirm this date matches the form you are using to ensure accuracy.
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Questions about IRS Form 13691-ES
What is IRS Form 13691-ES used for?
This form helps taxpayers track whether the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) received their submitted tax return and if the expected refund has been processed and sent out. By using this form, filers can confirm the status of their payment without waiting for a paper notice from the agency.
Who must file IRS Form 13691-ES?
Anyone who filed a tax return and is expecting a refund must use IRS Form 13691 (EN-SP). The source does not specify a formal filer category beyond the expectation of receiving a refund.
What information does IRS Form 13691-ES require?
The form collects information regarding the primary Social Security Number, Filing Status on return, and Exact refund amount. It also asks whether the return was filed by e-file or sent by mail.
When is IRS Form 13691-ES due?
Information about the refund is available 24 hours after IRS acknowledges receipt of an e-filed return, or four weeks after a paper return is mailed in.
Where do I file IRS Form 13691-ES?
Filers can obtain information on refund status online via www.irs.gov. By telephone, they can call 1-800-829-1954.
How do I complete IRS Form 13691-ES?
To complete IRS Form 13691 (EN-SP), a filer must first confirm if they e-filed or mailed the return. Next, the primary Social Security Number, Filing Status, and Exact refund amount must be entered to access online information.
What happens if IRS Form 13691-ES is filed incorrectly?
If the required information (like the primary SSN or exact amount) is missing when checking status, the filer cannot obtain information about their refund using Form 13691 (EN-SP).
When is my refund info available online?
It takes 24 hours after e-filing or four weeks after mailing. Check the date you submitted your return against these timelines.
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