To check the status of your Rhode Island state tax refund, you can use the official Rhode Island Division of Taxation website. Here are the steps and key details:
- Visit the secure refund status page at www.ri.gov/taxation/refund/ or directly at https://tax.ri.gov/online-services/wheres-my-refund.
- You will need to provide your Social Security number, the tax year, and the exact refund amount as shown on your return.
- Refunds are listed for tax years starting from 2020 onward.
- For simple, electronically filed returns with refunds, expect to receive your refund within two to three weeks of filing.
- Paper-filed returns typically take longer, around four to six weeks or more.
- If your refund is delayed, it could be due to fraud checks, errors, or missing information. The Division of Taxation will contact you by mail if more information is needed.
- For additional assistance, you can email [email protected] or call 1-401-574-8829 (option #3).
This online tool shows whether your return was received and if your refund has been processed, helping you track your Rhode Island state refund efficiently