Filed 2/12 with 1 Dependent - Transcript Updated Tonight (3/28) - How Long Until DDD?

Based on your processing timeline, you're actually ahead of where I was last year. My transcript updated on day 49 compared to your day 44. In my case, the DDD appeared exactly 5 days after the transcript updated. The IRS typically processes these in batches, so you're looking at anywhere from 3-7 days. If your transcript shows cycle code ending in 05, expect updates on Thursdays/Fridays. If it ends in 02, updates typically happen Wednesdays.

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I was in exactly the same position 17 days ago. Filed on 2/11, transcript updated on 3/11, but no DDD. I waited exactly 8 days with no update, then called IRS using Claimyr (https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c) and got through in 23 minutes instead of the 2+ hour wait time. The agent confirmed my return was just in the final verification stage. My DDD appeared exactly 2 days after I called. Worth the fee to avoid waiting and wondering.

OMG I'm literally in the EXACT same boat as you!!! Filed 2/13, transcript updated last night but NO DDD yet! I'm FREAKING OUT because I need this money for my quarterly estimated tax payment due April 15th! 😫 Based on my experience last year, once your transcript updates, you're looking at 5-8 days until your DDD appears. The system runs weekly processing cycles, so if your transcript updated on a Thursday night, expect your DDD to appear next Wednesday or Thursday. I'm 100% confident you'll have your money before mid-April.

DDD takes 3-7 days after transcript update. Depends on cycle code. Code ending in 05? Updates Thursday/Friday. Code ending in 02? Updates Wednesday. Check transcript daily. DDD will show as code 846. Money arrives on date shown. No exceptions. Set calendar reminder for DDD date. Don't stress until then.

Here's what happens after your transcript updates: Step 1: Final verification process begins (1-2 days) Step 2: Refund amount approval (1-2 days) Step 3: DDD assignment (1-3 days) Step 4: Banking information verification (1 day) Step 5: Release to financial institution (on DDD) I went through this exact sequence in February. My transcript updated on a Thursday, and I received my DDD the following Wednesday. The money was in my account on Friday morning, exactly as scheduled. The entire process from transcript update to money in account took 8 days total.

What specific codes are showing on your transcript right now? Did you get a 570 (additional account action pending) or 971 (notice issued)? Are there any TC 150 codes with dates? What cycle code appears? These details would help provide a more accurate timeline for your specific situation.