IRS accepting tax returns beginning Jan. 23

The IRS says they will begin accepting and processing 2022 tax returns starting Jan. 23.

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)— The Internal Revenue Services (IRS) says it will begin accepting and processing 2022 tax returns beginning Jan. 23.

According to the agency, the official due date for returns this year will be Tuesday, April 18 because the traditional due date, April 15, falls on a Saturday and April 17 is Emancipation Day, an official holiday in DC where the IRS is headquartered.

Last year the average refund issued was $3,176.

The IRS typically delivers your refund within 21 days of receiving your return but only if you fill out your return accurately and completely, file it electronically and opt to have your refund delivered through direct deposit.

There is also a form for a six-month extension on the individual income tax return through Oct. 16 under certain circumstances.

For information on how to get an early start on the 2023 tax season, visit www.irs.gov