CP05 Notice Received - What's Your Status/Timeline?

I received a CP05 notice exactly 47 days ago. It's an identity/income verification review that's become much more common in the last 2 tax seasons. The notice says it can take up to 60 days, but in my experience (and from tracking about 15 other cases), the actual timeframes are: - 42% of cases resolve within 35-45 days - 31% resolve between 46-60 days - 27% go beyond the 60 days, sometimes to 90+ days The good news is that about 82% of CP05 reviews end with the exact refund amount originally claimed. Don't worry too much - this is a routine verification, not an audit. Just sit tight and keep checking your transcript once a week.

I'm in the same boat right now. Got my CP05 on March 12th and still waiting. I filed on January 29th and was really counting on having that money by now for some car repairs. The notice said to wait 60 days before contacting them, but that puts me at May 11th which feels like forever. I've been checking WMR and my transcript daily but no changes. Has anyone actually seen their refund after getting this notice? I'm starting to worry they'll just keep delaying.

Got the dreaded CP05 last year and waited 73 days (but who's counting? 😂) with zero updates. Finally broke down and called the IRS - which was its own special circle of hold-music hell. After 2 hours of "your call is important to us" on repeat, I discovered Claimyr.com and it was a game-changer. Got connected to an actual human at the IRS in about 25 minutes. Turns out they were just waiting for one verification that had been completed weeks earlier but never processed. The agent pushed it through and I had my refund 9 days later. Sometimes you just need to talk to a human to unstick the process.

CP05 notices have increased by about 35% this tax season according to the Taxpayer Advocate Service data. If you check the official IRS operations page (https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-operations), they're currently reporting a backlog of verification cases. A few things that might help while waiting: 1. Check your tax transcript online through the IRS website - look for transaction codes 570 (refund hold) and 971 (notice issued) 2. If you see code 571 appear, that means the hold was released 3. Watch for code 846 which indicates your refund has been scheduled The online transcript updates more frequently than the Where's My Refund tool, so it's your best resource for real-time status.

I've been through three CP05 notices in the last five years. Here's what works: 1. Don't call before the 60 days are up - complete waste of time 2. Don't send any documents unless specifically requested 3. Set up direct deposit if you haven't already - it's faster once approved 4. Check your transcript weekly, not daily (saves sanity) My most recent CP05 took 52 days to resolve. The first took 41 days. The middle one took 78 days because they needed additional verification. In all cases, I received my full refund amount. If you absolutely need the money sooner, consider a tax refund advance loan from a reputable company, but be aware of the fees.

Isn't it frustrating how we're expected to file perfectly and on time, but then the IRS can just hold our money for months with a vague explanation? I received a CP05 in early March. My return included some gig work and rental income, which seems to trigger these reviews more often. After 47 anxious days of waiting, my transcript updated and the refund was deposited three days later. What helped me was understanding that this is actually a good anti-fraud measure, even though it's inconvenient for us honest filers. Think about it - would you rather have this delay or have someone steal your identity and claim your refund? I empathize with your stress though. The uncertainty is the hardest part.

I'm going through this exact situation right now! Got my CP05 notice on February 28th, so I'm at about 40 days and counting. Like you, I filed early (January 31st) and really needed that refund for some urgent home repairs after a pipe burst in my basement. What's been most helpful for me is setting up access to view my tax transcript online - you can do this through the IRS website with ID.me verification. I check it once a week on Sundays and it shows transaction code 570 (refund hold) from when they issued the CP05. The hardest part is the complete radio silence from the IRS during this process. No updates, no timeline, just "wait up to 60 days." I've been tracking my case along with a few others on Reddit, and it seems like most people are getting resolution between 45-65 days total. Hang in there - from everything I've read, the vast majority of CP05 cases end with the full refund being released once their verification is complete. The waiting is torture but try to stay optimistic!

I'm right there with you - got my CP05 notice on March 3rd, so I'm at about 45 days now. Filed on February 8th and was really counting on that refund for some overdue dental work that I've been putting off. The financial stress combined with the complete uncertainty is just brutal! What's been keeping me somewhat sane is creating a little tracking spreadsheet with my key dates and checking my transcript every Friday morning. I've got the 570 hold code dated from when they issued the notice, and I'm watching for that magical 571 code that everyone mentions means the hold is released. The most frustrating part is how the CP05 notice itself is so vague - just "we need to verify information" without any specifics about what they're actually verifying or any realistic timeline. I've called twice (couldn't help myself) and both times was told the same thing: "wait the full 60 days before we can help you." I've been reading through this community and it's honestly been more helpful than any IRS resource. Seeing real people's timelines and outcomes gives me hope that this will eventually resolve. Sounds like we're both in that 35-45 day window where things often start moving. Fingers crossed for both of us!

I'm dealing with this exact same situation and feeling so overwhelmed! Got my CP05 notice on March 15th, so I'm about 3 weeks in now. Filed on February 3rd and was really hoping to use my refund to pay down some credit card debt that's been stressing me out. The most frustrating part is how little information they give you. The notice just says they need to "verify certain information" but doesn't specify what exactly they're looking at or give any realistic timeline beyond "up to 60 days." I've been losing sleep wondering if I made some mistake on my return, even though I used the same tax software I've used for years and everything looked correct to me. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been incredibly helpful though - it's reassuring to know that most people do eventually get their full refund and that this is more of a routine verification than an actual problem with the return. I set up access to view my transcript online after seeing the advice here, and sure enough I can see the 570 hold code from when they issued the notice. I'm trying to be patient but man, this waiting game is rough when you're counting on that money! Thanks to everyone sharing their timelines and tips - this community has been way more informative than anything I could find on the IRS website.

I'm currently dealing with my first CP05 notice and this thread has been incredibly reassuring! Got mine on March 20th, so I'm about 18 days in now. Filed on February 15th through TurboTax and was expecting my refund to help cover some unexpected veterinary bills for my dog. Like many of you, the vague language in the notice initially made me panic - I spent the first few days convinced I'd somehow messed up my return despite being extra careful this year. But reading everyone's experiences here has really helped calm my nerves and understand this is just their standard verification process. I set up transcript access after seeing the recommendations here and can confirm I have the 570 hold code. Planning to check weekly rather than obsessively refreshing daily (though I'll admit I'm still tempted!). One thing I'm wondering - for those who've been through this before, did you notice any correlation between the complexity of your return and the length of the verification process? Mine was pretty straightforward (W-2, some freelance 1099 income, standard deduction), so I'm hoping that might work in my favor for a quicker resolution. Thanks to everyone for sharing their timelines and keeping the rest of us sane during this waiting period! 🙏

I'm going through this exact same nightmare right now! Got my CP05 notice on March 8th, so I'm at about 6 weeks now. Filed on January 28th and was really counting on that refund to help with some urgent home repairs after storm damage. What's been driving me crazy is the complete lack of communication from the IRS during this process. The notice just says "we need to verify information" but gives zero specifics about what they're actually looking at or any realistic timeline. I've called three times and each time they just tell me to "wait the full 60 days." I set up transcript access after reading everyone's advice here (thank you all!) and I can see the 570 hold code from when they issued the notice. I'm checking weekly on Wednesdays now instead of obsessing daily, which has definitely helped my stress levels. The most frustrating part is that I filed the exact same way I have for the past 4 years - same job, similar income, standard deduction - and never had any issues before. Makes you wonder if they're just randomly flagging more returns this year. Reading everyone's timelines here has been way more helpful than anything on the IRS website. It's reassuring to know that most people do eventually get their full refund, even if the waiting is absolutely brutal when you need that money. Hoping to see some movement soon since I'm getting close to that 45-day mark where things seem to start resolving for many people! 🤞

I'm in a very similar situation and this thread has been such a lifeline for my sanity! Got my CP05 notice on March 12th, so I'm at about 5 weeks now. Filed on February 5th and was planning to use my refund for some much-needed car maintenance that I've been putting off. Like so many of you, the vague language in the notice initially sent me into a panic spiral. "Income verification review" and "information matching" - what does that even mean?! I spent days re-checking every single number on my return convinced I'd made some terrible mistake. After reading everyone's experiences here, I finally set up transcript access and sure enough, there's that 570 hold code staring back at me. I've adopted the weekly checking strategy (Fridays for me) instead of my initial obsessive daily refreshing, which has definitely helped my mental health. What strikes me most from reading all your stories is how common this has become - it seems like the IRS is casting a much wider net this year with these verification reviews. I filed a pretty straightforward return (W-2, small amount of interest income, standard deduction) so it really does feel random. The waiting is absolutely brutal when you're counting on that money, but seeing so many of you eventually get resolution with your full refund amount gives me hope. Thanks for sharing your timelines and keeping the rest of us sane during this process! Here's hoping we all see movement soon. 🤞

I'm about 2 weeks into my CP05 journey after receiving the notice on March 25th. Filed on February 20th and was really hoping to use my refund to pay off some lingering holiday credit card debt. This thread has been absolutely invaluable for understanding what to expect! Before finding this community, I was convinced the IRS thought I was committing fraud or something. The notice language is so intimidating - "income verification review" and "additional processing time required" had me spiraling. I immediately set up transcript access after reading everyone's advice here, and yep, there's that dreaded 570 code dated from when they issued the notice. I'm committed to checking weekly (planning on Sundays) rather than daily to preserve what's left of my sanity. What's really struck me from reading all your timelines is how this seems to be affecting people with very standard returns. Mine was super basic - single W-2, took the standard deduction, no fancy deductions or credits. Makes me think this really is just their automated systems casting a wide net rather than targeting specific issues. The hardest part is definitely the complete radio silence during the process. At least when you're waiting for a package you get tracking updates! Here it's just... wait and hope. Thank you all for sharing your experiences and timelines. Knowing that most people eventually get their full refund helps me stay optimistic, even though 2 weeks already feels like forever. Here's hoping we all see those magical 571 codes soon! 🤞

I'm dealing with this exact same situation and the stress is real! Got my CP05 notice on March 18th, so I'm about 3 weeks in now. Filed on February 1st and was really counting on my refund to help with some unexpected medical bills that came up last month. Like everyone else here, that notice language is absolutely terrifying when you first read it. "Income verification review" made me think I'd somehow messed up my taxes catastrophically, even though I used the same CPA I've used for the past 3 years and my return was pretty straightforward. Reading through all your timelines and experiences has been incredibly reassuring though. It's clear this is just their standard verification process now, not some indication that we did anything wrong. I set up transcript access after seeing the advice here and can confirm - there's that lovely 570 hold code waiting for me. I'm planning to check my transcript every Thursday morning instead of the daily obsessing I was doing at first. Seeing how many of you have eventually gotten your full refund after 45-65 days gives me hope, even though the waiting is absolutely brutal when you need that money for medical expenses. Thank you all for sharing your stories and timelines - this community has been more helpful than anything I could find on the IRS website. Here's hoping we all see some movement soon! The 35-45 day window where things seem to start resolving can't come fast enough. 🤞

I'm currently in week 4 of my CP05 journey and this thread has been absolutely essential for my peace of mind! Received my notice on March 22nd after filing on February 10th. Like so many of you, I was initially terrified by the "income verification review" language - spent the first weekend convinced I'd somehow committed tax fraud with my basic W-2 and student loan interest deduction! This community has taught me so much about the process. I set up transcript access immediately and now check every Tuesday morning (much better than my initial hourly refreshing habit). Seeing that 570 code just sitting there week after week is frustrating, but reading everyone's eventual success stories keeps me hopeful. What really strikes me is how this seems to be hitting people with the most straightforward returns. My situation couldn't be simpler - single filer, one W-2, standard deduction, small student loan interest deduction - yet here I am in verification limbo with everyone else. I was counting on my refund to help with moving expenses for a new job, but I'm trying to stay patient knowing that most people here get their full refund between 45-65 days. The complete lack of communication from the IRS during this process is definitely the hardest part to deal with. Thank you all for sharing your timelines and keeping each other sane during this waiting period. It's amazing how much more helpful this community is than any official IRS resource! Hoping we all see those magical 571 codes soon. 🤞

I'm about 10 days into my CP05 experience after receiving the notice on April 1st. Filed on February 14th and was really hoping to use my refund to finally replace my ancient laptop that's been barely hanging on for months. Like everyone else here, that initial notice panic was REAL! "Income verification review" sounds so ominous when all you filed was a straightforward W-2 return with standard deduction. I honestly thought I was being audited at first and spent hours going through every single document wondering what I could have possibly done wrong. This thread has been a absolute godsend for understanding what's actually happening. I set up transcript access after reading everyone's advice (thank you all!) and sure enough, there's that 570 hold code just chilling there. I'm planning to check every Saturday morning to avoid the daily obsession trap I can already feel myself falling into. What really gets me is how random this whole process seems. My return was basically identical to last year's - same job, similar income, no complications - but this year I get flagged for verification while last year sailed through no problem. Makes you wonder if they're just processing things differently this season. The waiting is definitely tough when you need that money for essential purchases, but seeing all your timelines and eventual success stories gives me hope. Here's to joining the "got my refund after 45-60 days" club eventually! Thanks for keeping each other (and newcomers like me) sane during this process. 🤞