Code 810 and 570 on transcript - IRS says 180 day review?

I've seen this combination of codes before. The 810 code indicates a freeze related to unreported income or potential identity verification. The 570 is an additional credit hold. Back in 2022, I had a similar situation. IRS told me 120 days, but it was actually resolved in 62 days. These timeframes are usually worst-case scenarios to manage expectations. They need to verify something specific on your return that triggered their filters.

I'm fairly certain that the 810 code usually means they're checking for possible identity theft or potentially unreported income. It might be triggered if there's a significant change in your filing pattern compared to previous years, or possibly if someone else tried using your SSN. The 180-day timeframe is probably their standard maximum review period, but in my experience, these reviews can sometimes be completed much sooner, depending on their current workload and the complexity of your specific case.

Let me walk you through what's happening. Step 1: The 810 code indicates a potential identity verification issue. Step 2: The 570 code freezes your refund until the review is complete. Step 3: During this time, the IRS is likely comparing your reported income with information from employers/banks. Step 4: You don't need to do anything unless they send you a letter requesting documentation. Step 5: Many of these reviews resolve in 60-90 days rather than the full 180. I went through this exact process last tax season and it was nerve-wracking but eventually resolved.

I had these exact codes on March 12, 2024. Called the IRS on March 15 and waited 3+ hours only to be disconnected. Tried again on March 16 - same result. Finally used Claimyr (https://claimyr.com) on March 18 and got through to an agent in about 22 minutes. The agent confirmed my review but also noted it was a routine verification and gave me specific steps to potentially expedite the process. If you're facing financial hardship because of the delay, the agent can sometimes prioritize your case - but you need to actually reach someone first.

I believe I may have some information that could help. The 810 code typically indicates that your return has been selected for the IRS Income Verification Program. This happens when there might be a discrepancy between what you reported and what was reported to the IRS by employers, banks, or other institutions. The 570 code is a refund hold until the review is complete. While they say 180 days, many of these cases resolve in 60-90 days. I would suggest checking your transcript weekly for updates. If you received any 1099 forms or had multiple income sources, double-check that everything was reported correctly. If you receive a letter requesting documentation, respond promptly with exactly what they ask for - nothing more, nothing less.

Oh man, I feel your pain! The 810 code is specifically for the IRS Fraud Detection program, but don't panic! This doesn't mean they think you committed fraud. It's just their automatic system flagging returns that meet certain criteria. The 570 code is just a temporary hold on your refund while they review. I'm actually really surprised they told you 180 days - that's their absolute maximum timeframe. Most of these reviews are completed much faster! Have you received any letters from the IRS yet? Usually they'll send a 4883C or 5071C letter if they need additional verification from you. If not, it might just be an automated review that will clear on its own.

TC 810 indicates an Unreported Income Program freeze, while TC 570 is a standard refund hold. The IRS AUR (Automated Underreporter) system likely flagged a discrepancy between your reported income and information they received from third parties. The 180-day timeframe is their standard maximum for these reviews, but internal IRS metrics show the average resolution time is closer to 75-90 days. Most taxpayers in this situation receive their refunds without any additional action required.