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Get your tax refund up to 5 days early
Get your tax refund up to 5 days early
Direct deposit is the fast, easy, and safe way to get your tax refund** Early tax refund deposit applies to federal tax returns filed directly with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and depends on IRS timing, payment instructions and bank fraud prevention measures. The name and Social Security number on file with the IRS must match your GO2bank account to prevent fraud restrictions on the account.
Your tax refund could make you richer
Enter for a chance to be the big $10K winner or 1 of 75 people to win $500. Get 10x the entries with a payroll or government benefits direct deposit.** NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Sweepstakes starts 12/2/24 & ends 3/31/25, subject to Entry Periods as outlined in the full Official Rules available at go2bank.com/Win10K. Must be a legal permanent resident of the 50 US or DC (excl VT, PR & US Territories and Possessions) & age of majority in your state of residence (e.g., 18 or older). Prizes: (75) $500 prizes to be awarded as credit or a check; (1) $10,000 grand prize to be awarded as credit or a check. Void where prohibited. Promotional prizes are reported on form 1099 to the IRS.
Before you file
Protect your refund
When you file
Important dates
After you file
Things you need to file your taxes
See tax credits or deductions you can claim
Visit https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions-for-individuals
Date of birth and Social Security number
(for yourself and anyone included on your tax return)
W-2 forms and any 1099 forms, if applicable
Things you need to file your taxes
See tax credits or deductions you can claim
Visit https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions-for-individuals
Date of birth and Social Security number
(for yourself and anyone included on your tax return)
W-2 forms and any 1099 forms, if applicable
Protect yourself from fraud
Protect yourself from fraud
Get an identity protection PIN from the IRS
An Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) prevents anyone else from filing a return using your name or Social Security number. Visit https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/get-an-identity-protection-pin to get an IP PIN.
Protect your GO2bank account
See our tips on fraud prevention. If you suspect identity theft, report it now.
How to direct deposit your federal tax refund
How to direct deposit your federal tax refund
Get your GO2bank routing and account numbers
Log in to your account here or log in to the GO2bank app to get your direct deposit info
Enter your routing and account numbers on your tax forms
Mark “Checking” on your tax form. Be sure the name on your tax forms matches the name on your GO2bank debit card
File your return
Important dates to know
Important dates to know
January 23, 2025 – Tax season begins
April 15, 2025 – Filing deadline
October 15, 2025 – Extension deadline
January 23, 2025
Tax season begins
April 15, 2025
Filing deadline
October 15, 2025
Extension deadline
After you file...
After you file...
Track your refund
GO2bank does not have the status of your tax refund. Track your federal tax refund at: https://www.irs.gov/refunds or or call (800) 829-1954. Track your state refund at https://www.irs.gov/tax-professionals/government-sites.
Get notifications about your tax refund** Message and data rates may apply.
Log in to your account to set up notifications for your tax refund or any direct deposit. Select “Settings” then “Notifications”. In the app, select “Menu” then “Notifications”.
Make plans for your tax refund
4.50% APY
Earn well over the national savings rate average.** Interest paid quarterly on the average daily balance of all savings during the quarter up to a $5,000 average daily balance and if the account is in good standing. Fees on your primary deposit account may reduce earnings on your savings account. 4.50% Annual Percentage Yield (APY) and 4.41% interest rate are accurate as of (December 2024). APY and interest rate may change before or after you open an account. See Deposit Account Agreement (PDF) for terms and conditions. The national deposit rate for savings accounts is used when stating GO2bank savings accounts “Earn well over the national savings rate average”. Visit https://www.fdic.gov/regulations/resources/rates/ to learn more.
Build your credit
Get the GO2bankTM Secured Visa® Credit Card to build credit over time.** Available only to GO2bank accountholders with direct deposits totaling at least $100 in the past 30 days. Eligibility criteria applies. Other fees apply.
4.50% APY
Earn well over the national savings rate average.** Interest paid quarterly on the average daily balance of all savings during the quarter up to a $5,000 average daily balance and if the account is in good standing. Fees on your primary deposit account may reduce earnings on your savings account. 4.50% Annual Percentage Yield (APY) and 4.41% interest rate are accurate as of (December 2024). APY and interest rate may change before or after you open an account. See Deposit Account Agreement (PDF) for terms and conditions. The national deposit rate for savings accounts is used when stating GO2bank savings accounts “Earn well over the national savings rate average”. Visit https://www.fdic.gov/regulations/resources/rates/ to learn more.
Build your credit
Get the GO2bankTM Secured Visa® Credit Card to build credit over time.** Available only to GO2bank accountholders with direct deposits totaling at least $100 in the past 30 days. Eligibility criteria applies. Other fees apply.
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