The agency’s timing guidance
Capital-gains excise-tax and Working Families Tax Credit refunds are separate programs. The agency also describes a new income tax beginning in 2028; this guide covers 2025–2027.
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 Washington refund arrive?
No current broad individual income tax for the seasons covered here. These agency estimates or tracker instructions are not a guaranteed payment date.
Where do I check a Washington refund?
Use the official Washington 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?
Capital-gains excise-tax and Working Families Tax Credit refunds are separate programs. The agency also describes a new income tax beginning in 2028; this guide covers 2025–2027.
Source for this guide
Retrieved 2026-09-30. Planning choices are explained separately.