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The Daily Insight

How do I know if NY State accepted my tax return?

Author

Emma Jordan

Published Apr 18, 2026

The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance today reminded taxpayers that the quickest way to check the status of their refund is to use the Check your Refund application on its website: It’s updated daily so taxpayers can quickly view the status of their New York State tax refund anytime.

How can I get a copy of my NY State tax return?

To request copies of e-filed or paper returns for tax years 1990 and forward, complete and mail Form DTF-505, Authorization for Release of Photocopies of Tax Returns and/or Tax Information.

How long does it take for NY State tax Refund?

E-filed returns could take one week to post to our system; mailed returns can take up to three weeks to post to our system.

Where can I find New York state tax forms?

If you are not a resident of New York, have a complicated tax return, or have other specialized circumstances you may need to download additional tax forms from the website. You can find all of New York’s 2021 income tax forms on the income tax forms page .

How to amend Your New York state tax return?

To indicate the return is amended, from the main menu of the New York return select Heading Information > Additional Questions > Amended Return. Fiduciary – New York does not have a separate form for amending Form IT-205, Fiduciary Income Tax Return.

Who is the New York State Tax Department?

The New York State Tax Department, along with the Governor’s office and other agencies throughout the state, is responding to the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) with information for those affected.

How to apply for sales tax exemption in New York?

Provide a copy of your 501 (c) (3) determination letter when applying (if your organization applied for and received federal income tax exemption from the IRS) We’ll issue Form ST-119, Exempt Organization Certificate, to you. It will contain your six-digit New York State sales tax exemption number.