Code 810 Refund Freeze on 2024 Tax Return - Transcript Shows "No Return Filed" Despite February Submission

Unfortunately, code 810 is a freeze that typically requires intervention. While in very rare cases it might resolve automatically (usually when it was placed in error), 99% of the time you need to contact the IRS to address whatever issue triggered the freeze. The "as of" date is just a processing date and doesn't necessarily indicate when action will be taken. In your case, since it's been a month since the freeze was placed (Feb 3rd to Mar 2nd), I would definitely recommend calling. The freeze could be for identity verification, a math error they found, missing information, or something that triggered their fraud filters. The sooner you contact them, the faster your refund can be processed once the issue is resolved. Check if you received any notices in the mail (they usually send something explaining the freeze). If not, call the main IRS number at 800-829-1040.

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I had a 810 code last year and it DID eventually resolve without me calling... BUT it took almost 3 months and I think it was a fluke. My issue was they were verifying some education credits. If you need your refund anytime soon, definitely call them.

Call. Call. Call. I had a 810 earlier this year and it wasn't going anywhere until I called. Turns out they just needed to verify my identity. Took 5 minutes to fix once I actually got someone on the phone (which took 2 hours of waiting). Refund came 9 days later.

Those dates are confusing af but here's how they work: The cycle date (02-03-2025 in your case) is when the freeze was PLACED. The "as of" date (03-03-2025) is when the IRS system will update your account next. Sometimes actions happen on the "as of" date, but often nothing happens and the date just rolls forward. Don't rely on those dates too much - they're mostly internal IRS tracking.

The IRS is such a joke. They hold our money hostage with these freezes but don't bother to send notices half the time explaining why. Then we're expected to sit on hold for hours to find out. And if it was THEIR mistake? No apology, no interest paid to you for the delay. But if YOU make a mistake? Penalties and interest start immediately! 🤬

I don't know about the 810 code specifically but I had a different freeze code (570) last year and it did eventually resolve itself after about 6 weeks. But I was lucky - most people I know had to call. So it's possible but not likely.

Check your account transcript again in a week. Sometimes they place a temporary freeze while they review something, and it resolves on its own. But if you still see only the 810 code with no update after a week, definitly call. The dates don't tell you much unfortunately.

Anyone else notice the transcript says "RETURN NOT PRESENT FOR THIS ACCOUNT"? That could be why you have the freeze - the IRS system might not be showing your return as processed yet even though you filed. Is this an amended return by any chance?

810 codes are the WORST. Had one last year and had to call. The most frustrating part was they said they sent me a letter requesting verification but I never received it! So my refund was just sitting there frozen for 2 months while I had no idea why. Definitely call them ASAP.

I work in tax prep. Code 810 almost always requires a call. Their automated systems aren't good at resolving these. The most common reasons for 810 codes are: 1. Identity verification needed 2. Income discrepancy (what you reported vs what employers reported) 3. Dependent claiming conflicts 4. Suspected fraud (sometimes just triggered by claiming certain credits) 5. Missing information Call them and be prepared to wait. Best times to call are early morning (right when they open) or later in the week.

i'm stuck with this same issue right now! Filed Jan 28, got acceptance same day, transcript showed 810 code mid-February, and it's still there with no explanation. Called three times, always disconnected after waiting on hold. Let me know if you find a solution!

I analyze tax data for a living. Looking at the pattern of 810 codes over the past 3 tax seasons, approximately 8% resolve automatically within 6 weeks, 14% resolve within 12 weeks, and the rest require taxpayer contact with the IRS. So there's a small chance it could resolve itself, but the odds aren't great and the timeline is unpredictable.

Pro tip: don't just call the main IRS number if you're getting nowhere. Try the Taxpayer Advocate Service at 1-877-777-4778. They can sometimes help when your refund is stuck and you've made multiple attempts to resolve it yourself.

I'm going through the exact same situation right now! Filed my 2024 return on February 15th, got the acceptance confirmation immediately, but my transcript shows a 810 freeze from February 20th with "RETURN NOT PRESENT" just like yours. It's so frustrating because everything seemed to go smoothly when I filed. I've been debating whether to call or wait it out, but after reading everyone's experiences here, it sounds like calling is really the only option. The wait times are terrifying though - I work during most IRS hours so it's hard to dedicate 2-3 hours to sitting on hold. @Oliver Cheng - I'm definitely going to check out that taxr.ai tool you mentioned. Anything that can help me understand what's actually happening would be worth it at this point. These transcript codes might as well be written in ancient hieroglyphics! @Kevin Bell - Also going to look into claimyr.com. If they can actually get me connected to a human agent without the endless hold times, that would be a game changer. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences. At least now I know I'm not the only one dealing with this mess. Will update if I make any progress!

I've been through this exact scenario twice in the past three years, and unfortunately a 810 freeze pretty much always requires calling the IRS. The "RETURN NOT PRESENT" message combined with the freeze code tells me your return is stuck in their manual review queue. Here's what likely happened: Your return was accepted electronically but then flagged by their automated fraud detection system for manual review. Could be anything - a new bank account, different employer, claiming certain credits, or just random selection. The system puts a freeze on it while it waits for a human to look at it, but those humans are swamped. My advice: Call ASAP. Don't wait for it to resolve automatically because it probably won't. The longer you wait, the longer you'll be without your refund. I know the phone system is brutal, but once you get through, the actual resolution is usually pretty quick. Best times to call in my experience: Tuesday-Thursday between 7:00-8:00 AM or after 4:00 PM. Avoid Mondays and Fridays if possible. Have your return, transcript, and last year's return ready for identity verification questions. Good luck! The waiting is the worst part, but most of these freezes are resolved once you actually talk to someone.

I went through this exact same situation last year with a 810 freeze and the "RETURN NOT PRESENT" message. Filed in January, got acceptance confirmation, then saw the freeze code a few weeks later with no explanation. After reading horror stories about wait times, I put off calling for almost 2 months hoping it would resolve itself. Big mistake! When I finally got through to an agent (took about 90 minutes on hold), she told me it was just a routine identity verification that could have been cleared up immediately if I had called sooner. The agent asked me a few basic questions about my previous year's return and current filing, verified my identity, and released the freeze right there on the call. My refund was deposited exactly 7 days later. Don't make the same mistake I did - call them now rather than waiting. Yes, the hold times suck, but the actual resolution is usually quick once you get someone on the phone. The "RETURN NOT PRESENT" message just means it's stuck in manual review, not that there's anything seriously wrong with your return. Pro tip: Call right at 7:00 AM when they open. I had much better luck getting through early in the morning. Have your SSN, filing status, and refund amount ready for identity verification.

I'm dealing with a very similar situation right now! Filed my 2024 return on February 12th, got the acceptance confirmation within hours, but when I checked my transcript yesterday it shows the exact same thing - 810 freeze code from mid-February and "RETURN NOT PRESENT FOR THIS ACCOUNT" for all the income fields. It's so frustrating because the filing process seemed to go perfectly smoothly. I used the same tax software I've used for years and everything was accepted immediately. Then weeks later I find out it's been sitting frozen with no notice or explanation. After reading through all these responses, I'm convinced I need to bite the bullet and call. The consensus seems pretty clear that 810 codes don't resolve themselves. I was really hoping to avoid the phone maze, but it sounds like there's no way around it. @Kevin Bell - I'm seriously considering trying claimyr.com after your recommendation. The idea of avoiding hours on hold for a callback service sounds too good to be true, but if it actually works it would be worth every penny. @Oliver Cheng - Also going to check out taxr.ai. Even if I do call the IRS, it would be helpful to understand exactly what's happening with my transcript before I get on the phone with them. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences. At least now I know this isn't uncommon and that there's light at the end of the tunnel once you actually reach a human agent!

I'm going through the exact same nightmare right now! Filed my 2024 return on February 18th, got acceptance immediately, but my transcript shows a 810 freeze from February 25th with that same "RETURN NOT PRESENT" message. It's like our returns just disappeared into thin air after being accepted. Reading through everyone's experiences here, it's pretty clear that waiting isn't going to solve this. The consensus seems to be that 810 codes need human intervention about 99% of the time. I've been putting off calling because of all the horror stories about wait times, but I think I need to just rip the band-aid off. @Kevin Bell - I'm definitely going to try claimyr.com after your recommendation. The idea of getting a callback instead of sitting on hold for hours sounds like a lifesaver. Even if there's a cost involved, it's worth it to avoid burning a whole day trying to get through. @Oliver Cheng - Also planning to check out taxr.ai to get a better understanding of what's actually happening with my transcript. These codes are so cryptic and the IRS doesn't exactly make it easy to understand what's going on. It's ridiculous that we need third-party services just to communicate with our own tax agency, but if it works, it works! Will definitely update once I make progress. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - at least we're not suffering through this alone! 😤

I'm experiencing the exact same issue! Filed my 2024 return on February 10th, got immediate acceptance, but my transcript shows a 810 freeze from February 17th with "RETURN NOT PRESENT" showing up everywhere. It's so frustrating because everything seemed perfect during filing. After reading all these experiences, it's clear that waiting for it to resolve automatically is probably wishful thinking. The pattern seems consistent - 810 codes almost always need human intervention. I've been dreading the call because of the horror stories about wait times, but it sounds like once you actually get through, the resolution is usually pretty straightforward. @Kevin Bell @Oliver Cheng - Thanks for sharing those resources! I'm definitely going to try both claimyr.com and taxr.ai. It's absurd that we need third-party services just to communicate with the IRS, but if they can save me from sitting on hold for 3+ hours, they're worth trying. The most frustrating part is the complete lack of communication from the IRS. They can accept our returns instantly but then they disappear into some manual review limbo with zero explanation. No letters, no notices, just a cryptic code that most people wouldn't even think to look for. I'll try calling tomorrow morning right at 7 AM, but if that doesn't work, I'm definitely using one of those callback services. Will update with my progress!