60-Day Review Period Ended - No Transcript Updates or Communication from IRS

Unfortunately, the IRS considers those "60 days" more like a suggestion than a deadline. I went through this exact situation last year. The 60-day letter is basically them saying "we're backed up, don't call us." But now that your 60 days are up, you absolutely SHOULD call them. The backlog this year is worse than usual, and your return is probably sitting in someone's digital queue. Call the main IRS number early in the morning (7am Eastern) and be prepared to wait. Ask specifically for the status of your return and mention that your 60-day review period has ended without resolution.

Same boat. Got 60-day letter in February. Nothing happened. Transcripts showed nothing. Checked daily. Was going crazy. Found https://taxr.ai last month. Uploaded my transcript. It explained everything. My return was in manual review queue. Had specific error code buried in transcript. Normal people can't see it. The site showed exactly why my refund was delayed. Got my deposit two weeks later. Worth checking out.

Compared to last year's tax season, this one is much worse for delays. When my 60-day period ended with no updates, I tried calling the IRS for three days straight - couldn't get through. Then I tried https://claimyr.com which got me connected to an agent in about 30 minutes. The agent confirmed my return was still in the verification department but hadn't been assigned to anyone yet. At least I knew what was happening instead of staring at unchanged transcripts every day. It's like the difference between being stuck in traffic with or without GPS - either way you're stuck, but at least you know why.

I'm wondering if you might have received any other notices besides the 60-day letter? Sometimes they send additional correspondence that gets lost or delayed. Have you checked your IRS online account to see if there are any notices listed there that you might have missed in the mail?

OMG this happened to me last year and I wish someone had warned me! I waited patiently for the full 60 days, then another 30 days after that, and NOTHING! When I finally got through to someone, they told me my return had been selected for review but then just sat there because they were understaffed. The worst part? If I had called right after the 60 days were up, they could have expedited it! By waiting longer, I just let it sit in limbo. Don't be me! Call them NOW!

Have you tried checking your account transcript instead of just your return transcript? Sometimes the account transcript will show pending actions that don't appear on the return transcript. Also, check for a code 570 (additional account action pending) which might indicate they're still reviewing something. And if all else fails, you could try the Taxpayer Advocate Service - though they're about as backed up as the regular IRS these days. Kind of like choosing between a slow line and a slower line at the DMV, haha... but at least TAS might give you more specific information about the holdup.

After analyzing your situation, I recommend implementing a multi-channel resolution approach. First, initiate contact via the IRS Priority Hotline (1-800-829-1040) utilizing option sequence 1-2-1-3-2 to bypass the general queue. Request a Processing Delay Inquiry (PDI) referral which triggers an internal 7-day review requirement. Simultaneously, submit Form 911 (Taxpayer Advocate Request) citing financial hardship due to medical expenses, which qualifies as Criteria 1 for expedited handling. This dual-track approach resulted in my 60-day delayed return being processed within 9 days of implementation.

I went through this exact scenario in 2023. Did your letter have a specific CP number in the top right corner? Was it a CP05 by any chance? What about your tax situation - did you claim any credits like the Child Tax Credit or Earned Income Credit? The reason I ask is that different types of reviews have different timelines, even though they all use the standard 60-day letter.

I'm going through this exact same nightmare right now! Got my 60-day letter in late January, and here we are in March with absolutely nothing. What's really frustrating is that I've been a consistent early filer for years and never had issues before. One thing I learned from calling (after waiting 3+ hours on hold) is that you should definitely request a "case trace" when you do get through to someone. The agent told me this creates a paper trail showing you've inquired about your delayed return, which can be helpful if you need to escalate later. They also mentioned that returns selected for manual review this year are taking 90-120 days on average, not the 60 days they initially quoted. The medical bills situation really hits home - I'm in a similar boat with unexpected expenses. Have you considered reaching out to your medical providers to explain the situation? Some are willing to work with payment plans when you can show proof of the pending refund. Not ideal, but might buy you some time while the IRS gets their act together. Stay strong - we're all in this together! Let us know what happens when you call them.

This is incredibly frustrating and unfortunately all too common this year. I went through almost the identical situation - filed early, got the 60-day letter, then radio silence well past the deadline. Here's what I learned from my experience: The 60-day timeframe is more of a "minimum" than an actual deadline. When I finally got through to someone (took multiple attempts over several days), they explained that my return was in what they call "errors resolution" even though there wasn't actually an error - just needed manual verification. For your next steps, I'd recommend: • Call first thing Monday morning at 7 AM sharp using 1-800-829-1040 • Have your Social Security number and exact refund amount ready • Ask specifically for a "case trace" as others mentioned - this creates documentation • Request to speak with someone in the Accounts Management division if the first person can't help Regarding the medical bills - I totally understand the stress. You might want to call your providers and explain you're waiting on a tax refund that's been delayed by IRS processing issues. Many are familiar with this situation given how common it's become and may offer extended payment terms. The lack of transparency from the IRS is maddening, but don't give up. Your refund is likely just sitting in a queue waiting for someone to process it. Hang in there!

I'm dealing with the exact same situation and it's incredibly stressful! Filed in early January, got my 60-day letter in February, and now we're well past that deadline with zero updates on my transcript. The worst part is feeling completely in the dark about what's happening. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been both reassuring (I'm not alone) and concerning (this could drag on much longer). I'm particularly interested in the advice about calling early Monday morning and requesting a case trace - that sounds like the most concrete next step. For those who have successfully gotten through to the IRS, did you find that calling on specific days of the week made a difference? I've heard Tuesday through Thursday might be less busy than Mondays, but the 7 AM strategy seems to be the consistent advice regardless of the day. Also, has anyone had success with the "Where's My Refund" tool suddenly updating after weeks of no change, or is calling really the only way to get movement on these delayed returns? I check it obsessively but it's been stuck on "still processing" since February. The financial stress is real - I had planned expenses around receiving this refund by now. Thanks to everyone sharing their experiences and advice. It really helps to know we're not dealing with this alone!

I'm so sorry you're going through this - the combination of medical bills and an indefinitely delayed refund is incredibly stressful. I went through something very similar last year and wanted to share what finally worked for me. After my 60-day period expired with no updates, I called the IRS using the early morning strategy others mentioned (7 AM sharp). The key thing I learned is to specifically ask for a "manual refund trace" rather than just asking about your refund status. This is different from a regular case trace and actually requires them to physically locate your return in their system and provide you with the specific reason for the delay. When I did this, I discovered my return had been flagged because I had moved between tax years and they needed to verify my address change, even though I had filed a change of address form months earlier. The agent was able to clear this immediately once she saw the documentation in their system. The whole process took about 2.5 hours on hold, but once connected, the issue was resolved in 15 minutes and I had my refund deposited within 6 business days. For your medical bills situation, definitely reach out to the billing departments and explain you're waiting on a delayed federal tax refund. Most healthcare providers are familiar with IRS delays this year and many will put your account on hold or set up a payment plan without penalty if you can provide them with documentation of your pending refund (like a copy of your 60-day letter). Don't lose hope - your money is there, it's just stuck in bureaucratic quicksand. The squeaky wheel really does get the grease with the IRS.