How soon should my tax return show up on the IRS "Where's My Refund" web application?

Question

I mailed my return two weeks ago (I applied in April for a 6-month extension as I was overseas), but when I checked today on the "Where's My Refund" application, the site said that the IRS has no information re: my return.

I'm not sure how this application works. Will they wait to update my refund status until they deposit my refund electronically? How soon should I expect to see results?

Answer 1

For  information, and how to find status of your refund, read http://taxipay.blogspot.com/2008/02/when...

Answer 2

6-8 for a mailed return but if getting it direct deposit you may get it sooner than that.