"If you filed an electronic return, expect a refund and signed up for direct deposit, the IRS says you should get it within 21 days of filing, as long as there are no issues with your return," said CNBC Select. For those who chose to receive a check instead of direct deposit, tack on "about one week" to that timeframe, said NerdWallet.

There are three status updates which the taxpayer might see: “received return,” “refund approved,” or “refund sent.” If the refund has been sent, it could be up to 5 days before the money shows up in your bank account or a few weeks before your check has been received.

Here's what you need to know about when you'll get your IRS refund after filing your 2024 taxes, from timeline to how to check your status and more.