Completed ID.me Verification After Getting Letter - What's Next in the Process?

Yeah, now you basically just wait. After ID.me verification, the IRS usually takes about 9 wks to process your return. Sometimes faster tho. Keep an eye on your transcript for updates - that'll show movement before WMR does. The codes to watch for are 570 (hold) and then 571 (release) followed by 846 (refund issued). Hang in there!

I'm in the same boat as you and had some questions too: • Did anyone know if we're supposed to receive another confirmation letter after completing the verification? • Is there a way to check if the IRS actually received our verification? • How long before the Where's My Refund tool updates after verification? Thanks for any help! This is my first time dealing with this verification stuff.

I'm SO RELIEVED I found this thread! I just went through the exact same thing with the ID.me verification after getting that letter. The whole process made me so anxious, especially the facial recognition part that kept failing! But I finally got through it yesterday. From what I've gathered, now we wait for the IRS to process everything and then they'll release the refund. I'm checking my transcript daily - I just can't help myself!

I went through the ID.me verification protocol last month and experienced significant delays even after completion. The IRS backlog for post-verification processing is substantial. After waiting 3 weeks with no transcript updates, I utilized Claimyr (https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c) to connect with an IRS representative. The agent confirmed my verification was successful but explained my return was in the manual review queue. This information wasn't visible on WMR or my transcript. Without the call, I would have continued waiting without knowing the actual status.

I'm not convinced calling the IRS actually helps in these situations. It's like trying to speed up a DMV line by asking how much longer it will take - you're still in the same position, just with more information. The verification process is like a security checkpoint at an airport - everyone has to go through it, and asking the TSA when you'll board your plane doesn't get you there any faster.

Calling the IRS absolutely can make a difference in these situations. Haven't you ever had an issue that was resolved simply because you brought attention to it? The IRS processes millions of returns, and sometimes yours just needs a human touch to move it along. I've personally had holds released within days after speaking with an agent who could see what was causing the delay. Isn't it worth trying rather than just waiting in the dark?

I think I might be able to help a bit... I went through this ID.me verification thing back in February. It took about 4 weeks after verification for my refund to be approved, which seems to be on the faster side from what I've heard. I would suggest checking your transcript every few days rather than WMR - the transcript updated for me a full week before WMR showed any change. Just be prepared for the possibility of additional verification if anything looks unusual on your return.