E-filed on 2/6, Mysterious ID Verification Reversed, Agent Says 9-Week Wait - Anyone Get Refund Earlier?

Omg this LITERALLY happened to me last month! I was so confused when they put me in verification and then it just disappeared?? The agent told me 8 weeks but I actually got my refund in just over 3 weeks! I was checking my transcript daily (yes I'm that person lol) and saw it update with an 846 code on a Friday, then had my money by Wednesday. So don't lose hope! Their timeframes seem to be worst-case scenarios.

I'm currently experiencing a similar Processing Delay (PD) situation due to an automated Identity Verification Flag (IVF) that was subsequently reversed. The IRS Return Processing Pipeline has numerous checkpoints, and what you're describing is consistent with their Automated Verification Reversal Protocol. I've been using https://taxr.ai to analyze my transcript codes and it's been invaluable for predicting when my refund will actually arrive. Their analysis showed that these auto-reversed verifications typically result in expedited processing - my 8-week estimate is now showing as likely 3-4 weeks based on similar patterns.

I appreciate your clear explanation of what happened. Here's what's likely occurring based on my experience: 1. Your return triggered an automated ID verification flag (common this year) 2. The system then determined you were low-risk, so it reversed automatically 3. Your processing officially started on 2/15 when that reversal completed 4. The 9-week timeframe is their standard response for ANY processing delay In reality, most people in your situation receive their refunds within 3-5 weeks from the processing start date. The key is watching your transcript for the 846 code, which indicates your refund has been scheduled.

I feel your frustration!! When this happened to me last year, I kept getting different answers every time I called. FINALLY I used Claimyr (https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c) to get through to a senior agent who could actually see what was happening with my account. Turns out my verification was auto-reversed because they matched my info with my previous returns! The best part was I got my refund exactly 24 days after processing restarted - WAY sooner than the 9 weeks they quoted me. Don't give up hope! And definitely try to get through to a senior agent who can see more details.

Have you checked your transcript since speaking with the agent? Does it show any specific codes like 570/971? And did you claim any credits that might extend processing time beyond the standard timeframe? The reversal without intervention is what I find most interesting about your situation.

Just wanted to add that there's been a big increase in these auto-verification situations this filing season. The IRS implemented a new fraud detection system that's apparently being a bit overzealous. I've seen multiple posts here about verification being triggered and then reversed without any action. From what I can tell, it seems to happen more with returns that have address changes or significant income differences from previous years. Did either of those apply to you?

Got my refund in 23 days after ID verification reversed. Filed 1/30. Verification appeared 2/8. Disappeared 2/15. Refund deposited 3/10. Agent told me 9 weeks too. Don't worry. System is working faster than they say.