Once you’ve submitted your claim, don’t refresh your bank account every five minutes. The refund can take two to six weeks, depending on how fast the tax agency’s hamster wheel is spinning. Use that time to plan a silly purchase: a new plant, a fancy cheese, or a subscription to a llama livestream.
And remember—you are now a certified tax hero. You stared into the bureaucratic abyss, demanded your cash back, and lived to tell the tale. Go forth, spend wisely, and maybe buy the next round of coffee for a friend who’s still stuck on hold.
