The District of Columbia (DC) Office of Tax and Revenue (OTR) typically issues tax refunds within about six weeks after a return is filed. However, some returns may take longer-up to eight weeks-due to enhanced security measures to prevent identity theft and tax refund fraud, as well as if additional verification or information is needed
. You can check the status of your DC tax refund online by visiting the OTR’s portal at MyTax.DC.gov. To do so, you will need to enter your Social Security number, tax year, and expected refund amount
. Refund status information is only available for returns filed within the last six months. If your refund is delayed beyond the typical timeframe, common reasons include:
- Verification of return information or requests for additional details
- Math errors or incomplete returns
- Use of multiple form types
- Identity theft or fraud prevention reviews
For questions or concerns about your refund, you can contact OTR’s e-services unit at (202) 759-1946 during business hours
. In summary:
- Average refund time: about 6 weeks
- Possible delays up to 8 weeks or longer for some returns
- Online refund tracking available at MyTax.DC.gov
- Contact OTR e-services for assistance if delayed
