Where's my Massachusetts refund?
Massachusetts says: about 4-6 weeks.
Massachusetts at a glance.
| Item | What Massachusetts says |
|---|---|
| Official tracker | Check status |
| You need | tax year, SSN or ITIN, refund amount |
| E-filed | about 4-6 weeks |
| Paper | about 8-10 weeks (+1 week for a check) |
| Identity checks | PIN letter: Respond to Request for Return Verification on MassTaxConnect |
| Phone | (617) 887-6367; (800) 392-6089 |
Got your Massachusetts refund?
Add your dates. They become the Massachusetts forecast for people who file after you. Stored without your IP address.
Also for you.
- Federal refund dateFrom your IRS transcript.
- Massachusetts paycheck calculatorTake-home pay with 2026 tables.
- Maryland refund statusThe official Maryland tracker, how long it takes and who to call.
- Michigan refund statusThe official Michigan tracker, how long it takes and who to call.
- Every state refund trackerThe official tool, timing and phone numbers for all 50 states and DC.
- IRS refund scheduleWhen federal refunds go out, week by week this season.
- Transcript codesWhat 570, 846 and 971 mean for the money you are waiting for.
- IRS phone numbersWhich line to call, whether it is open now and today's hold by hour.
Questions people ask
How do I check my Massachusetts refund?
Use Massachusetts's official tool; it asks for tax year, SSN or ITIN, refund amount.
How long does a Massachusetts refund take?
E-filed: about 4-6 weeks. Paper: about 8-10 weeks (+1 week for a check).
Why is my Massachusetts refund taking longer?
Massachusetts may hold a refund to confirm your identity: PIN letter: Respond to Request for Return Verification on MassTaxConnect.
What is the Massachusetts refund phone number?
(617) 887-6367; (800) 392-6089
Sources
Checked against these sources on October 30, 2026.