Anyone with 570 and 971 Codes on Different Dates Still on PATH?

I'm in the exact same boat right now. Filed January 29th with EITC and got my 570 code dated March 11 and 971 code dated March 18. From what I've experienced with these codes in previous years, the 570 means they're reviewing something on your return and the 971 means they're sending you a letter about it. My refund last year was delayed by 63 days because they had to verify my income. The different dates usually indicate they've identified something (570) and then decided to notify you about it a week later (971). In my case, I just got my letter yesterday explaining they need to verify my income documentation again.

Last year I had this same issue with the 570/971 combo. I spent weeks trying to decipher what was happening until I found https://taxr.ai - it analyzed my transcript and explained exactly what was happening. It told me my 971 notice was just informing me about a math adjustment they made (which ended up being in my favor!) and predicted I'd get my deposit 11 days later, which was spot on. Before that I was calling the IRS daily and getting nowhere. For PATH cases specifically, it can tell you if you're still in the verification queue or if you've moved to the next stage.

I'm currently dealing with this situation too. My codes are dated March 4th and March 11th, and I'm fairly certain it's because they're verifying my W-2 information. In my experience, the different dates usually mean they've found something they want to adjust or verify, but it's not necessarily bad news. Sometimes it's just a minor calculation error they fix themselves. I've been waiting about 5 weeks since those codes appeared, and my WMR just updated yesterday to approved. PATH returns seem to get extra scrutiny almost every year now.

I've been tracking my PATH return with these exact codes. My approach after waiting 3 weeks with no movement: • Called IRS regular number 15+ times with no success • Used Claimyr service (https://claimyr.com) to get through to an agent • Was connected in about 25 minutes instead of endless redials • Agent confirmed my 570/971 was just a minor income verification • Told me no action needed on my part • Refund was released 8 days later I'm somewhat concerned about how many PATH filers are seeing these codes this year compared to previous years.

I received these same codes on February 27th and March 6th. Be careful about assuming it's routine - in my case it was an identity verification issue. The 971 letter arrived on March 10th requesting I verify my identity through ID.me or by calling a specific number. I completed verification on March 15th and my refund was finally issued on April 2nd. Many PATH returns are getting flagged for extra verification this year based on what I'm seeing in various forums.

According to IRM 21.5.6.4.35.1, the 570 code indicates a credit hold on your account and the 971 is a notice explaining the reason. When the dates are different, it typically means they've identified an issue (570) and then processed the paperwork to notify you (971). Per IRS Publication 5344, PATH returns with EITC or ACTC claims undergo mandatory systemic verification which can cause these codes to appear. This is normal procedure for ensuring compliance with Section 32 of the Internal Revenue Code.

Just got through this exact situation! 😅 Filed Feb 2, got 570/971 codes in early March (7 days apart), and just received my refund yesterday. The funny thing is, I never even got the notice they supposedly sent. The IRS works in mysterious ways! My experience has been that when the dates are different like that, it's usually something they're handling internally and doesn't require action from you. The PATH delay plus these codes added about 30 days to my processing time compared to last year.

Don't just wait passively. Call the IRS directly at 7am when they open - that's the only time you can get through without hours of waiting. Ask specifically if they need any documentation from you. Sometimes the 570/971 combo means they need verification but the letter gets lost in the mail. If you claimed any credits besides EITC like education credits or recovery rebate, those can trigger these codes too. PATH returns with multiple credits get the most scrutiny.

Yes I'm in the same boat how do I know if I'm in path

I'm experiencing the exact same situation! Filed in late January with EITC and have been seeing the 570 code dated March 12th and 971 code dated March 19th on my transcript. It's reassuring to read everyone's experiences here - I was starting to panic thinking something was seriously wrong with my return. From what I'm gathering from all these responses, it seems like the different dates are pretty normal and usually indicate they're reviewing something internally before sending a notice. I haven't received any letter yet either, which seems to be common based on what others are saying. The waiting is absolutely killing me though! I'm supposed to move next month and was really counting on this refund for deposits and moving expenses. Does anyone know if there's typically a pattern to when these reviews get resolved? Like do they batch process them on certain days of the week or month? I've been checking my transcript obsessively every morning hoping to see a 571 or 846 code appear. Thanks for starting this thread - it's so helpful to know we're not alone in this situation!

I'm going through this exact same situation right now! Filed February 14th with EITC and got my 570 code on March 20th and 971 code on March 27th. Reading everyone's experiences here has been so helpful - I was starting to think there was something seriously wrong with my return. What's interesting is that I called the IRS last week and the agent told me that PATH returns this year are experiencing unusually high review rates. She said they're seeing about 30% more income verification requests compared to last year, which explains why so many of us are getting these codes. The agent also mentioned that when the 570 and 971 codes have different dates like ours do, it usually means they flagged something for review (570) and then a few days later processed the paperwork to send a notice (971). She said in about 60% of cases, they resolve it internally without needing anything from the taxpayer. I'm still waiting for my letter to arrive, but she assured me that as long as I don't see any 420 or 424 codes on my transcript, it's likely just routine verification. The frustrating part is she couldn't give me a specific timeline, just said to expect 45-60 days from the 570 date. Hang in there everyone - it sounds like we're all in the same boat and just need to be patient with the process!

I'm dealing with this exact same situation and it's driving me crazy! Filed January 31st with EITC and have had 570 code dated March 8th and 971 code dated March 16th on my transcript for weeks now. Like many of you, I haven't received the actual notice yet which is super frustrating. What's really helpful reading through all these comments is seeing that this seems to be a widespread issue this year, not just something specific to my return. The information about 30% more reviews this year really puts things in perspective - no wonder so many of us are stuck waiting. I've been checking my transcript daily hoping to see a 571 code pop up, but after reading everyone's experiences, I'm trying to be more patient. The timeline of 45-60 days from the 570 date that the IRS agent mentioned to @Ethan Campbell would put me at early to mid-May, which honestly feels like forever when you're counting on that money. One thing I'm curious about - has anyone who got their refund released after these codes noticed if the amount was adjusted at all? I'm wondering if some of these reviews result in changes to the refund amount, or if they typically just verify and release the original amount. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - this thread has been more helpful than hours of googling IRS codes!

I'm going through the exact same thing right now and this thread has been incredibly helpful! Filed February 5th with EITC and got 570 code on March 14th and 971 code on March 21st. I've been checking my transcript obsessively every day hoping to see some movement. What really resonates with me is hearing about the 30% increase in reviews this year - that explains why so many PATH filers are dealing with these codes. I was starting to think I made some major error on my return, but it sounds like this is just the new normal for EITC claims. The most frustrating part is not knowing whether they need something from me or if it's something they're handling internally. I haven't received the 971 notice yet either, which seems to be a common theme here. Part of me wants to call the IRS, but based on what others have shared, it sounds like the agents basically tell you the same thing - wait 45-60 days and see what happens. I'm really hoping to see a 571 code appear soon. This refund was supposed to help with some unexpected medical bills, so the delay is causing real financial stress. But reading everyone's experiences here gives me hope that this will eventually resolve itself. Thanks for creating this space where we can all commiserate and share information!