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Last year I had a similar situation that drove me crazy. My WMR showed completed but my transcript wasn't updated for almost two weeks. I called the IRS and they explained that amended returns go through a separate processing system. The WMR tool gets updated from one database while transcripts pull from another. In my case, the money actually arrived in my account even before the transcript updated! Just keep an eye on your bank account - you might be pleasantly surprised.
This happened to me too! Money showed up in my account three days before my transcript updated. The IRS computer systems seem to be running on different timelines - like they're in different time zones or something! π Made me realize we shouldn't stress too much about the online tools.
I went through something very similar with my amended return last year! The timing discrepancy between WMR and transcripts is actually pretty common, especially with amended returns that include foreign income. From my experience, the WMR system tends to update first because it's pulling from a different processing queue than the transcript system. Since you filed in February and are now seeing the 3 bars in April, you're actually in a pretty normal timeframe. The foreign income component might add a few extra days to the transcript update, but don't panic - the systems will sync up. I'd give it another week or so before getting concerned. Keep checking your bank account too, sometimes the refund arrives before the transcript even updates!
Protip: call your local taxpayer advocate if it goes longer than 30 days after completion. They can sometimes speed things up
Been there! Mine took about 3 weeks after all bars completed to see the 846 code. The key is checking your account transcript on Fridays when they do weekly updates. Also, make sure your bank info is still current because sometimes they'll hold the refund if there's any mismatch. The waiting is the worst part but you're almost there! π€
Called the IRS this morning and got through after 2hrs on hold. They said OK returns are backed up cause of some new state tax credit verification process. Could take up to 6 more weeks smh
Oklahoma filer here too - filed Jan 15th and just got mine this morning! Hang in there everyone, they seem to be coming through in waves. For those still waiting, I'd definitely recommend checking your transcript like Xan mentioned. Mine showed a 846 code about a week before the deposit hit my account.
That's encouraging to hear! I filed around the same time and still waiting. Quick question - did you have any unusual deductions or credits that might have triggered extra review? Trying to figure out if there's a pattern to who's getting theirs first.
@Oliver Wagner congrats on getting yours! I filed Jan 20th and still waiting. Did you use direct deposit or are you getting a paper check? Wondering if that makes a difference in timing. Also curious what bank you use - some people say certain banks process IRS deposits faster than others.
Filed mine on 2/7 and still waiting here in Lawton. Week 4 now with direct deposit to First National Bank. My return is pretty basic - just W-2 income and standard deduction. Starting to get worried since some people who filed after me are already getting theirs. Anyone else from the Lawton area heard anything? The waiting is killing me since I need it for some unexpected medical bills that came up.
Hey @Jamal Harris, I'm not in Lawton but I'm in a similar situation - filed 2/5 and still waiting on week 5. It seems like the processing is really inconsistent this year. Some people are getting theirs in 4 weeks, others are waiting 6+ weeks even with basic returns. I wouldn't worry too much about people who filed after you getting theirs first - from what I'm seeing it's not strictly first-in-first-out. The new fraud detection system they mentioned seems to be causing random delays. Hopefully yours comes through soon, especially with those medical bills! π€
Filed on 2/4 and got mine this morning! Took exactly 4 weeks to the day. Used direct deposit with Arvest Bank here in Broken Arrow. Pretty standard return - just W-2 and took the standard deduction. I was starting to get anxious since I've been seeing all the posts about delays, but it finally came through. For anyone still waiting, it seems like they really are processing them, just much slower than usual. Hang in there! π
PrinceJoe
I went through this exact same nightmare last year! Had a 570 code for almost 8 weeks with absolutely zero communication from the IRS. Just that frustrating "additional account action pending" message that tells you nothing. I was checking my transcript multiple times a day and driving myself crazy. Then one random Tuesday morning, I logged in and boom - 846 code was there! Got my refund deposited 3 days later. Never did find out what they were actually reviewing. The whole experience taught me that the 570 code is basically just the IRS saying "we're too busy right now, please wait." I know it's easier said than done, but try to check your transcript only once a week - daily checking will just stress you out more. Based on all the experiences I've read about, most 570 codes resolve to 846 within 6-10 weeks without any action needed from you. Hang in there!
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NeonNebula
β’This is exactly what I needed to hear! I'm currently on week 4 of my 570 code and I've been checking my transcript literally every single day, sometimes multiple times. It's becoming an obsession and stressing me out so much. Your story gives me hope that this will eventually resolve itself without me having to do anything. I'm going to try to follow your advice and only check once a week - though that's going to be really hard! Thanks for sharing your experience and the reminder that most people seem to get through this eventually. The waiting game is brutal but at least I know I'm not alone in this.
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Henrietta Beasley
I'm currently going through this exact same situation and it's so frustrating! Filed in early April, been stuck with a 570 code for about 3 weeks now with that same unhelpful "additional account action pending" message. No letters, no communication, just silence from the IRS. Reading through all these experiences is actually really comforting though - seems like most people are getting their 846 codes after 6-8 weeks of waiting, even without having to provide any additional documentation. I've been obsessively checking my transcript daily but I think I need to follow the advice here and limit it to weekly checks to preserve my sanity. It's reassuring to know that the 570 code doesn't necessarily mean there's a problem with my return, just that they're backed up and taking their time to review things. Thanks everyone for sharing your timelines - it helps to know this nightmare eventually ends!
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Omar Zaki
β’I'm in the exact same boat! Filed in mid-April and have been stuck with the 570 code for about 2.5 weeks now. That "additional account action pending" message is absolutely maddening - it tells you literally nothing useful. I've been refreshing my transcript way too often and it's driving me crazy. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been such a relief though. It's clear that most people are seeing their 570 codes resolve to 846 codes after 6-8 weeks without any intervention needed. I'm going to try to follow the advice about only checking weekly instead of daily (though that's going to be really tough!). The lack of communication from the IRS is brutal, but at least we know we're not alone and that this does eventually get resolved for most people. Thanks for sharing - misery loves company! π
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