PAPER REFUND CHECKS

[marlenew1951]

A few of my clients still want paper checks for their federal refunds.  IRS website says they are still doing paper checks for refund but my client got a letter stating that they are not.  The letter says he needs to set up an account at IRS and enter bank information or set up a prepaid debit card and enter that information on his account.  Anyone else seeing this?  I could use TPG to get a paper check but return is already filed so too late for that.  Anyone else seeing this?  Any work around?

[Just-Lisa-Now-]

Yes, they went through all this in the update courses this year, here's what you need to know

Direct Deposit Changes for 2026 Could Affect How and When You Get Your Refund - TAS

[BobKamman]

@Just-Lisa-Now-  (who arrived 24 seconds before me) Has been appointed to post the same answer every day to people who have not been following this question and her complete and accurate response. 

[AndyReynolds]

Same problem really. The IRS has phased out refund checks and my client got a similar notice. IRS to phase out paper tax refund checks starting with individual taxpayers | Internal Revenue Servi...

So I think ProSeries needs to update their software, as YOU CANNOT GET A CHECK IN THE MAIL anymore. Effective September 30, 2025

[Just-Lisa-Now-]

they will eventually send a check, it will just take a couple extra months.

[IntuitAmyC2]

Understanding CP53E states: What if I did not respond to the CP53E? (added Jan. 21, 2026)

If you don’t respond to the notice, we will issue a paper check after 6 weeks. For updates on your refund status, visit Where’s My Refund.