Filing early in the tax season is always recommended to help get your refund faster. For tax year 2022, the IRS will start accepting returns as early as January 23, 2023. This means you can e-file your taxes on this date — but you can also do some work to get ahead.
Even though you can’t submit your taxes online before January 23, you will be able to start the filing process. This means you can enter your W-2s and any other required tax forms in advance, so your return is ready to go.
If you’re self-employed or if you have a complicated tax situation, this means you can start compiling your tax documents, income information, and other tax requirements now through late January, so you can submit your taxes as early as possible.
Once you’ve e-filed your tax returns, if you’re receiving a refund, you can expect it within 21 days (though this is just an average).