The agency’s timing guidance
Comptroller tax refunds for sales or business taxes are different from a federal individual-income-tax refund.
Use the correct official service
There is no ordinary state individual-income-tax refund schedule for the seasons covered here. A federal refund, a prior-period obligation or a special state payment program is a separate matter.
Keep federal and state processing separate
Your federal and state returns can be accepted and reviewed at different times. An IRS approval does not establish a state payment date. Follow the state tracker and any state notice for the next step.
Questions you might have
When will my Texas refund arrive?
Texas does not levy a personal income tax. These agency estimates or tracker instructions are not a guaranteed payment date.
Where do I check a Texas refund?
Use the official Texas agency page linked here. Enter personal details only in the official service; this site never asks for them.
Does my federal refund date predict my state refund?
No. Federal and state returns are processed by separate agencies. Their acceptance dates, reviews and payment dates can differ.
What if my state return needs review?
Comptroller tax refunds for sales or business taxes are different from a federal individual-income-tax refund.
Source for this guide
Retrieved 2026-09-30. Planning choices are explained separately.