NC Revenue Begins Processing Tax Returns and Refunds

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Published March 4th, 2026

Detected March 17th, 2026

Summary

The North Carolina Department of Revenue (NCDOR) has begun processing 2025 Individual Income Tax returns. Taxpayers can expect to receive refunds starting the week of March 9, 2026, via mail and direct deposit. The department encourages electronic filing for security and efficiency.

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The North Carolina Department of Revenue (NCDOR) announced the commencement of processing for 2025 Individual Income Tax returns. This notice informs taxpayers that refunds will begin to be issued starting the week of March 9, 2026, through both mail and direct deposit methods. The NCDOR also reiterates its recommendation for taxpayers to utilize electronic filing options, highlighting their security, convenience, and speed compared to paper submissions.

For compliance officers, this notice is primarily informational regarding the state's tax processing timeline. There are no immediate new compliance obligations or deadlines imposed by this announcement. Taxpayers are encouraged to use the department's website for information on the refund process and the 'Where's My Refund' tool to track their individual refund status. No specific actions are required from regulated entities beyond ensuring their own tax filings are processed correctly.

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Raleigh, N.C. Mar 4, 2026 The North Carolina Department of Revenue (NCDOR) is now processing 2025 Individual Income Tax returns. Taxpayers will begin receiving refunds through the mail and direct deposit the week of March 9. Information about the refund process is available on the department’s website. In addition, the “Where’s My Refund” application is available for taxpayers to check the status of their individual refunds.

Taxpayers are encouraged to file their taxes electronically; it is more secure, convenient, and faster than paper filing. Free and low-cost online filing options for qualified taxpayers are available.