I've been dealing with this same frustrating issue! After reading through all the comments here, I think the key takeaway is that the WMR tool is super picky about exact formatting and amounts. What really helped me was realizing that I needed to check my transcript first to see if the IRS made any adjustments to my return that I wasn't aware of. Turns out they had changed my refund amount slightly due to some calculation corrections, and I was still using my original filed amount. Once I used the adjusted amount from my transcript, WMR worked perfectly. Also seconding the advice about using whole dollar amounts only (no cents) and trying early morning when their servers aren't overloaded. The IRS really needs to make their error messages more specific instead of just saying "information doesn't match" - it would save everyone so much time and frustration!

This thread has been so helpful! I'm a total newbie to tax stuff and have been pulling my hair out with this same WMR error for weeks. Reading everyone's experiences, it sounds like the main culprits are: 1) using cents instead of whole dollars, 2) not checking if the IRS adjusted your refund amount, and 3) formatting issues with SSN or filing status. I had no idea the IRS could just change your refund without sending a super clear notice - that's honestly pretty frustrating! Going to pull my transcript first thing tomorrow to see if they made any adjustments I missed, then try WMR again with the exact amount they have on file. Thanks everyone for sharing your solutions, this community is a lifesaver when dealing with IRS headaches! 🙌

I think everyone's overcomplicating this. If you're making money from Only... I mean "selling pictures online" and it's not much, just don't report it? Use cash app or something that doesn't send tax forms. The IRS isn't going after small fish especially international students.

I went through almost exactly the same situation last year as an international student with online income! Here's what I learned: You definitely need to report this income - the IRS considers any money earned while physically present in the US as taxable, regardless of citizenship status. For digital art commissions, you'll be filing as self-employed using Form 1040NR and Schedule C. Regarding privacy, this was my biggest concern too. The good news is that ALL tax correspondence goes to whatever address you put on your return - just use your current US address and nothing will be sent to your home country. I also set up an online IRS account to access everything electronically, which minimized any physical mail. One thing that really helped me was checking if your home country has a tax treaty with the US. Many countries do, and it can significantly reduce what you owe or even exempt certain types of income. The IRS Publication 901 has all the details. Keep detailed records of any expenses related to your art business (software, supplies, equipment) - these are deductible and can really help reduce your tax burden. And if you're making over $400 net profit, you'll need to pay self-employment tax too. Don't stress too much about keeping it private from your family - the US tax system is completely separate from your home country's system, and there's no automatic information sharing for individual tax returns.

I've been following this thread as someone who's gone through this exact sequence multiple times, and I want to add a few practical tips that might help. First, the timing everyone's mentioning is pretty accurate - I've tracked this across several years and the 846 refund code typically appears 3-7 days after seeing both 766 and 768. Second, once you see that 846 code, your deposit usually hits within 1-2 business days if you have direct deposit set up. One thing I'd suggest is setting up notifications on your banking app so you don't miss the deposit. Also, if you're dealing with medical expenses like Amelia mentioned, some providers will accept a screenshot of your transcript showing the progression as proof that your refund is coming - I've had success with this at my dentist's office when I needed to delay payment by a few days. The key thing to remember is that this code sequence (810→766→768→846) is actually the IRS working exactly as it should, not a sign of problems!

As someone who just went through this exact situation two weeks ago, I can definitely confirm what everyone is saying here! My transcript showed the same progression - 810 freeze, then 766 and 768 codes appeared together. I was pretty anxious about it since I'm still learning how to read these transcripts, but everything worked out exactly as described in this thread. My 846 refund code appeared 4 days after seeing the 766/768 codes, and my direct deposit hit my account 2 days after that. The total timeline from seeing those initial codes to having money in hand was 6 days. @Amelia Martinez - based on your 5:43 AM update today, I'd expect you'll see your 846 code by Friday or Monday, with your deposit likely arriving by Wednesday of next week. That should give you plenty of time to handle those medical expenses! One thing I learned is that transcript updates usually happen overnight, so checking first thing in the morning (like you did at 5:43 AM) is the best strategy. Keep us updated on when you see that 846 code!

I just went through this same exact situation about 2 months ago and totally get why you're feeling anxious! The 14-digit control number should be on your IRS letter - mine was in the top right corner. It's basically their way of tracking your specific case through the system. Being under review honestly isn't as scary as it sounds - they're just double-checking something on your return. Super common this year from what I've seen. In my case, they were verifying some rental income I had reported. The whole thing took about 6 weeks and turned out to be completely routine. Here's what helped me: respond quickly to whatever they ask for, make copies of everything you send, and try not to overthink it. Most of these reviews get resolved without you owing anything extra. The hardest part is just the waiting, but you'll get through it! This community was a lifesaver for me when I was stressing about it. You're definitely not alone in this! 🤗

I went through this exact same thing about 4 months ago and I totally understand the panic you're feeling! The 14-digit control number should be right on the IRS letter they sent you - check the top right corner or sometimes it's in the header area. That number is super important because you'll need it for any phone calls or follow-up correspondence with them. Being "under review" sounds absolutely terrifying (I was convinced I was going to prison lol), but it's actually way more common than you'd think, especially this tax year. They're just verifying some information on your return - could be income matching, dependent claims, credits you took, or even just random selection. In my case, they were double-checking some gig economy income I had reported from DoorDash and Uber. The whole process took about 9 weeks from start to finish, but honestly once I sent them the documents they requested, it was pretty smooth sailing. My biggest advice: respond to their requests as quickly as possible, keep copies of absolutely everything you send them, and try not to let your mind go to worst-case scenarios (easier said than done, I know!). Most of these reviews end up being completely routine and you won't owe any additional money. The waiting game is definitely the worst part, but you're going to get through this just fine. This community was a huge help for me when I was stressing about it - lots of people here have been through the same thing! 💪

I found a way to solve IRS 810 freeze refund delay, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8t41rc5zd0

To all those having trouble reaching a human at IRS. I just ran across this video that gave me a shortcut to reach a human. Hope it helps! https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c