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This happens more than people think. System flags first. Letter comes later. Sometimes letter never comes. IRS systems don't sync properly. Had this last year. Called and verified. No letter ever arrived. Got my refund anyway. Don't just wait.
Be careful with this situation. Back in 2022, I had a similar transcript update but no verification letter. I assumed it was a glitch and did nothing. My return ended up in the error resolution department for 4 months. When I finally reached someone, they told me my verification window had expired and I had to start the process over. If you see verification codes on your transcript, I'd recommend proactively contacting them even without a letter - just make sure you're calling legitimate IRS numbers to avoid scams.
Tried calling IRS last week. Complete disaster. Spent 2hrs on hold. Got disconnected. Called back. Another 1.5hrs. Finally got someone who couldn't even help w/ my specific issue. Had to transfer me. Got disconnected again. FML. Ended up going to local taxpayer advocate svc instead. Much better experience tbh. Their # is 877-777-4778 if anyone needs it.
I can confirm this timeline is consistent with current IRS processing procedures. Per Internal Revenue Manual 21.4.1.5.7, EITC claims filed early in the season should complete processing within 21 days after the February 15th PATH Act release date. My return was accepted February 3rd, held per PATH Act until February 15th, processed by February 28th, and deposited March 1st. The system is working as designed this year, which is a significant improvement over the 2021-2022 processing delays we experienced during the pandemic backlog.
This is so helpful! I filed on February 12th and was getting worried because today is March 4th and still nothing. But if I count from February 15th like you mentioned, I'm only at 17 days which is still within that 21-day window. I need this money for car repairs ASAP but at least now I know I'm still in the normal timeframe!
Is that 21-day timeframe business days or calendar days? The IRM procedures often specify business days for internal processing metrics, which would extend the expected timeframe significantly. Also, did you claim any additional credits beyond EITC that might trigger additional verification sequences?
Thx for sharing this! Just got my DD today too w/ EITC and CTC. Filed 2/10, accepted same day, WMR updated 2/28, DD today 3/2. Used TT and BoA. Seems like most ppl w/ EITC are getting pmts right around now. Huge relief tbh, was starting to stress bc my car payment is due Monday. Anyone know if the 2nd half of CTC comes separately or was it all included in this refund?
Watch out for 2024 delays. They're worse than last year. I filed January 15. Accepted same day. Cycle 0605 too. Still waiting. Called IRS twice. No help. They just say "still processing." My friend filed February 1. Already got refund. Makes no sense. System seems random. Don't count on refund timing for important expenses. IRS doesn't follow their own timelines.
One thing that hasn't been mentioned yet - have you checked if you have any offsets that could be affecting your refund? Sometimes there are no issues on the transcript but there's an offset for past-due federal debts, state taxes, child support, etc. that can delay processing. You can call the TOP (Treasury Offset Program) at 800-304-3107 to check if you have any offsets. Also, did you claim any recovery rebate credits or anything unusual that might trigger additional review?
Danielle Campbell
I waited exactly 14 days for my verification letter to arrive by mail despite selecting paperless delivery for EVERYTHING. Called the IRS 3 times about it only to be told it's their standard procedure. Such a waste of time and resources in 2024! They should at least clearly state this exception somewhere during signup instead of making us think we did something wrong.
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Rhett Bowman
Has anyone tried updating their address recently before requesting verification? I'm wondering if this might delay the process even more compared to someone with a stable address. I'm slightly concerned about timing since tax deadlines are approaching.
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