2025 Tax Return: IRS Transcript Cycle Code passed 1+ month ago, no refund updates. What gives?

Ugh, I feel your pain! I'm in the same boat. Filed in January and still nothing. Have you tried calling the IRS? It's a nightmare to get through, but sometimes you can get lucky.

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c

Have you checked your transcript for any specific codes? Sometimes there are clues there about whats going on with your return.

The IRS is such a joke. They expect us to pay on time, but when it comes to refunds, they take their sweet time. 🤡

Here's what I've learned from dealing with the IRS for years: 1. Check your transcript regularly for updates. 2. Look for specific codes that might indicate issues (e.g., 570, 971). 3. If you see a 60-day review notice, be prepared to wait. 4. Sometimes, no news is good news - it might just be in the queue. 5. If it's been more than 21 days since you e-filed, you can try calling the IRS. 6. Consider using the Taxpayer Advocate Service if you're facing financial hardship due to the delay. 7. Double-check that your bank info is correct on your return. 8. Keep an eye out for any mail from the IRS - they might need additional info. Remember, patience is key. The IRS is still catching up from pandemic-related backlogs. Hang in there!

have u tried turning it off and on again? 😂 jk jk but seriously, the irs needs a reboot

I heard they're extra slow this year because of some new tax law changes. Might be why everyones seeing delays.

Plot twist: the IRS is using our refunds to fund a secret space program 👽🛸

I'm dealing with the exact same thing! Filed on February 15th and my cycle code date was March 10th. It's now been over 3 weeks past that date with zero updates. My transcript still shows "processing" and the Where's My Refund tool just says "being processed." I've been checking obsessively every day hoping for some movement. This is so stressful, especially when you're counting on that money! Really hoping we all get some updates soon. Has anyone had luck with checking their transcript at different times of day? I heard it sometimes updates overnight.

I'm in the exact same situation! Filed on February 8th and my cycle code passed on March 15th - it's been almost a month with absolutely no movement. I've been checking my transcript daily and it still just shows the same processing date. What's really frustrating is that my neighbor filed after me and already got her refund two weeks ago! I tried calling the IRS hotline three times this week but keep getting that automated message about high call volumes before it hangs up. The "Where's My Refund" tool is useless too - just keeps saying "still processing" with no estimated timeframe. @Natasha Volkova thanks for that detailed breakdown! I'm going to check my transcript again for those specific codes you mentioned. And @Connor O'Neill that ClaimYr service is looking more and more tempting - $20 seems worth it to actually talk to a human being at this point. Has anyone noticed if there's a pattern to which returns are getting delayed? Like certain forms or deductions that might be causing hold-ups? Just trying to figure out if there's something specific about my return that's causing the delay.

I'm going through the exact same nightmare! Filed on February 20th and my cycle code date passed over 3 weeks ago with zero movement. What's really getting to me is that I can see on my transcript that they received and accepted my return, but then... nothing. Just radio silence. I've been reading through all the advice here and I think I'm going to try a combination approach: call early morning like @Zainab Ismail suggested, and if that doesn't work, I might bite the bullet and try that ClaimYr service @Connor O'Neill mentioned. At this point, $20 seems like a small price to pay for my sanity! @Natasha Volkova thank you so much for that comprehensive breakdown - I had no idea about those specific codes to look for. I'm going to check my transcript tonight for 570 or 971 codes. Has anyone else noticed if there are certain days of the week when transcripts are more likely to update? I feel like I'm becoming obsessed with checking multiple times a day and it's driving me crazy! 😵‍💫 The worst part is not knowing if this is normal processing time or if there's actually an issue that needs to be resolved. The uncertainty is killing me!