04/30/2026
Received a CP53 notice from the IRS and you DON'T have a refund?
Nothing to worry about, IRS is sending automated letters to anybody who doesn't have their bank account info listed on their tax return. It's a part of a broader push to phase out checks and move to electronic only option for both tax payments and refunds.
👉 You do not need to take any action.
Received a CP53 notice from the IRS and you ARE getting a refund?
👉 Please follow the step-by-step instructions on the letter to expedite your refund.
Paper check refunds for the current year are delayed by 8-12 weeks, and IRS will no longer be issuing refunds via paper check after 2026. ⏳
Feel free to share this with anyone who may have received this notice.