NJ Division of Taxation - NJ Division of Taxation (2024)

FAQs

Why am I getting a letter from the NJ division of taxation? ›

If you receive a letter from us asking for documentation to support what you claimed on your return, it does not mean that you did anything wrong. This is just an extra step we take to ensure the correct information is reported on your tax return. If you know you have a judgment, contact your caseworker.

Who is eligible to receive a tax rebate? Married couples in New Jersey with income below $150,000 and at least one dependent child qualify for a rebate check.

According to the New Jersey Division of Taxation, returns can take a minimum of four weeks to process. Paper processing meanwhile can take a minimum of 12 weeks to process. While you're impatiently waiting, the state taxation division allows you to check on the status of your return.

Why your refund payment could be delayed. There may be a delay to your tax refund, such as if the IRS needs to review your tax return in the future before issuing you the refund. These delays could be due to errors, fraud, or incomplete tax returns.

If you receive an IRS notice or letter

We may send you a notice or letter if: You have a balance due. Your refund has changed. We have a question about your return.

File your appeal with Tax Court within 45 days of the date of the County Board of Taxations judgment. NOTE: If your property's assessment is more than $1 million, or if the added or omitted assessment aggregate assessed valuation exceeds $750,000, you may appeal directly with the Tax Court of New Jersey.

Electronic returns typically take a minimum of 4 weeks to process. Processing of paper tax returns typically takes a minimum of 12 weeks.

How do I check the status of my New Jersey Income Tax refund? You can get information about your New Jersey Income Tax refund online or by phone. Phone Inquiry: 1-800-323-4400. This service is available 7 days a week (hours may vary).

Please note, if the Division of Taxation has made adjustments to your return for the previous year, the amount on the . pdf of your return may not match what is on file. In this case, you must contact the Division of Taxation at 609-292-6400 for further assistance.

By phone: 1-800-323-4400 for our automated refund system.

Why is my refund status taking so long? ›

Why is my refund taking so long? A refund will take longer if you file by mail or don't select direct deposit. In addition, if the return is more complex or corrections are needed, it may slow the process down.

Numerous refund requests—A high volume of refund requests can entail slower processing and delays in approving refunds. Incorrect information—The processing of your refund can take longer due to incorrect information on your initial refund request.

The Franchise Tax Board will send a notice or letter to personal taxpayers and business entities for issues that may include but not limited to: You have a balance due. You are due a larger or smaller refund. We need to notify you of delays in processing your return.

Government entities are often required by law to send important documents through Certified Mail. Notices related to taxes, property liens, and court summonses are just a few examples of items that can be sent via Certified Mail with Return Receipt.

The Late Filing Penalty is 5% of the tax due for each month (or part of a month) the return is late. The maximum penalty for late filing is 25% of the balance due. We also may charge $100 for each month the return is late. In addition to interest, we may also charge a Late Payment Penalty of 5% of the tax due.

If you receive an ANCHOR Benefit Confirmation Letter and all of the information contained in the letter is correct, you do not have to file an application for the current benefit.