If you skipped filing your 2022 taxes, you could still be owed money. In Tennessee, thousands of residents have unclaimed refunds waiting, but the deadline is close.
The Internal Revenue Service estimates:
- 27,000 people in Tennessee are eligible
- More than $22.5 million remains unclaimed
- The median refund is $644
Why refunds are still unpaid
The IRS only issues refunds if a return is filed.
If you did not submit your 2022 taxes:
- Your refund was never processed
- The money is being held temporarily
- It will be forfeited if not claimed in time
Worth reading: The State By State Guide to Unclaimed Assets
Deadline you cannot miss
You have until April 15, 2026 to file your 2022 return.
After that:
- The refund expires
- Funds go to the U.S. Treasury
- You lose the money permanently
What could affect your payment
Even if you qualify, your refund may not arrive right away.
It can be:
- Held if you have not filed recent tax returns
- Reduced if you owe back taxes
- Offset for child support or federal debt
How to file without old documents
Missing paperwork is common, but you still have options.
You can:
- Contact employers or banks for copies
- Use the IRS “Get Transcript” tool online
- Request records using Form 4506-T
Start early, since some requests take time to process.
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