Tax Returns To Be Delayed 3 Weeks According To Division Of Revenue

January 13, 2026

TVDelmarva

Delaware residents will be able to submit their 2025 individual tax returns beginning January 26, 2026, according to the state’s Division of Revenue.

While the filing window opens late this month, taxpayers will need to wait an additional three weeks before receiving any refunds. The state won’t start distributing refunds until February 16, 2026, as part of enhanced security protocols designed to protect residents from fraudulent activity.

State officials are urging Delaware taxpayers to submit their returns digitally rather than through traditional mail. Electronic filing significantly reduces processing times compared to paper submissions, which can experience delays.

The three-week gap between the start of filing season and refund distribution represents the state’s commitment to implementing stronger safeguards against tax-related fraud schemes that have targeted taxpayers in recent years.