India, Feb. 19 -- Tax season often comes with one big question, when will my refund arrive? In fiscal year 2024, the Internal Revenue Service said about 117.6 million taxpayers were due refunds totaling $461.2 billion, showing how many Americans are waiting for their money back.

According to IRS.gov, most refunds are processed within 21 days after a return is received. However, processing times can vary depending on several factors.

Filing electronically and choosing direct deposit usually speeds things up.

Mailing a paper return can delay processing.

Claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC) can also slow refunds. These refunds are not issued until on or after March 2.

(EITC: Earned Income Ta...