Filed 2/15, Got 571 Code & 60-Day Hold Letter - Now Have DDD for 4/10! Keep the Faith!

The 571 code is generally a positive indicator, as it typically signifies that an earlier freeze (usually a 570) has been released. In most cases—though not all—this means your return has completed the review process and is moving forward. The timing of your resolution is actually somewhat faster than average; the 60-day hold letters can sometimes result in the full 60-day wait period, but it appears the IRS may be catching up on their backlog from earlier in the filing season. The transition from a hold status to a direct deposit date within approximately 10 days is becoming more common this tax season, particularly as we move past the initial rush of early filers claiming refundable credits.

I've been tracking processing times for returns with 570/571 code sequences for exactly 37 returns (including my own) this tax season. The average wait time between receiving a 60-day hold letter and getting a DDD has been 22.4 days. Your timeline of approximately 13 days is actually on the faster end of the spectrum! The IRS seems to be processing these holds about 35% faster than they did during the 2023 filing season based on my data collection.

I was in a similar situation but had to wait way longer than you did - my 60-day hold turned into 73 days! I needed that money for a car repair that couldn't wait. After getting nowhere with the regular IRS number (waited 2.5 hours before getting disconnected), I tried Claimyr (https://www.claimyr.com) and got through to an actual IRS agent in about 15 minutes. They were able to push my return through the final verification step which was apparently just sitting there. Refund showed up 8 days later. Worth every penny compared to what I was paying in Uber rides without my car!

I went through almost the exact same situation last year! Got the 571 code after being on hold for about 6 weeks, then received that 60-day letter. I remember feeling so discouraged because I had been counting on that money for a down payment. But just like you, I checked my transcript one random morning and saw a deposit date had appeared out of nowhere. The stress of waiting is real, but there's something comforting about knowing the system does eventually work. I've learned to just file and then try to forget about it until May - saves me a lot of anxiety checking WMR every day.

I've been through three 60-day holds in the past four years. Here's what I've learned: The hold letter is actually just a formality. The IRS uses it to buy themselves time, but they don't necessarily need all 60 days. In your case, they probably resolved whatever issue triggered the review much faster. Don't bother calling them unless you're past the 60 days - they won't tell you anything helpful before then. The transcript is your best source of truth - not the Where's My Refund tool, which often lags behind by several days.

For anyone else dealing with a 60-day hold letter, here are some things I've learned from working through this multiple times: • The hold doesn't always mean there's a problem with your return - sometimes it's just random selection for review • Transcripts update on a specific schedule (usually overnight Thursday to Friday) • The 571 code is your best friend - it means the hold has been released • You'll typically see a 846 code (refund issued) within 7-10 days after the 571 appears • If you have offset debts (student loans, child support, etc.), you might see a 898 code first Stay patient and keep checking your transcript rather than WMR for the most current information.

I had a similar situation last year, but my story is more like watching a pot that never boils. I checked my transcripts every single day for weeks, called the IRS multiple times, even sent in additional documentation they never asked for. Nothing worked. Then the ONE day I didn't check because I was on a camping trip with no cell service, my deposit hit my account. It's like the IRS is that stubborn door that only opens when you stop pushing on it. My advice is to set up direct deposit alerts with your bank rather than obsessing over the IRS tools - your bank will tell you when the money arrives, and you'll save yourself the daily disappointment.

Quick q - did ur transcript show any other codes between the 571 and the 846 (refund issued)? Mine just got the 571 code yesterday but no DDD yet. Wondering if there's usually another step in between or if the DDD just shows up next. Thx!

Congratulations on getting through the review process! Your timeline gives me so much hope. I filed on 2/12 and got hit with the same 571 code and 60-day letter combo about two weeks ago. Been checking my transcript religiously every Friday morning but still no DDD. Question for you - when your DDD finally appeared, did it show up on a Friday transcript update or did it appear on a different day? I'm trying to figure out if I should be checking more frequently or if Fridays are really the main update day. Also, did you get any kind of notification from the IRS when the hold was released, or did you just discover it by checking your transcript? Thanks for sharing this success story - it's exactly what those of us still waiting needed to hear! 🙏

Just wanted to add my experience to this thread - I went through the exact same thing last month! Filed 2/8, got the 571 code around March 15th, and then that dreaded 60-day letter on March 22nd. I was so stressed because I needed the money for some unexpected medical bills. Like you, I kept checking my transcript every Friday morning (that's when they typically update). Finally on April 5th, boom - there was my DDD for April 12th! Total wait time from the letter was only about 2 weeks. One thing I learned is that the 571 code really is a good sign - it means they've released whatever hold was on your account. The waiting period after that is usually just processing time to get everything finalized in their system. For anyone still waiting, hang in there! I know it's nerve-wracking when you're counting on that money, but the system does work eventually. Just try not to check WMR too often (easier said than done, I know) and focus on the transcript updates instead.

Thank you so much for sharing this Giovanni! I'm currently going through the exact same situation - filed 2/20, got the 571 code last week, and just received my 60-day letter yesterday. I've been absolutely panicking because I need this refund for my daughter's daycare expenses that are due next month. Your post gives me so much hope that I won't have to wait the full 60 days! I've been checking WMR obsessively but after reading all these comments, I'm going to switch to checking my transcript on Friday mornings instead. Quick question - when you say you checked Friday morning and saw your DDD, was that the first time the DDD appeared or had you been seeing other codes building up to it? I'm trying to understand what to look for as signs that things are progressing. Thanks again for taking the time to share your experience. Posts like this really help those of us who are still in the waiting phase and feeling anxious about the whole process. Fingers crossed I'll have a similar success story to share soon! 🤞

This is such a reassuring post to read! I'm currently in week 3 of my 60-day hold (filed 2/22, got the letter March 25th) and honestly was starting to lose hope. Your timeline from letter to DDD being only about 13 days is incredible - I've been mentally preparing myself for the full 60 days. I've been following the advice from others in this thread about checking transcripts on Friday mornings instead of obsessing over WMR daily. Still showing just the 571 code from two weeks ago, but reading everyone's experiences here makes me feel like I'm not alone in this frustrating process. The hardest part is the uncertainty when you're budgeting around that refund. I had planned to use mine for some home repairs that I've been putting off, but now I'm in limbo not knowing if it'll be next week or next month. Thanks for sharing your win - stories like this keep those of us still waiting motivated to keep checking and stay patient! 🙏

This is exactly what I needed to see today! I'm currently on day 18 of my 60-day hold (filed 2/19, got the letter March 20th) and have been checking my transcript every Friday morning religiously. Still just showing the 571 code from a couple weeks ago, but seeing your timeline gives me so much hope that I might see movement soon. The waiting game is brutal, especially when you're planning major expenses around that refund. I've been using mine for a car down payment that I've been saving up for, and the uncertainty of not knowing if it'll be next week or in another month makes it impossible to move forward with anything. One thing that's been helping my anxiety is reading success stories like yours in this community. It's reassuring to know that the 571 code really does mean progress, even when it feels like nothing is happening. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience and encourage others who are still waiting - it means more than you know! 🙏

Congratulations Giovanni! This is such an encouraging post for everyone still stuck in the waiting game. I'm currently on day 12 of my 60-day hold (filed 2/26, got the letter March 31st) and seeing your timeline from letter to DDD being only about 13 days gives me so much hope! I've been following the advice from other members here about checking transcripts on Friday mornings instead of obsessing over WMR daily. Currently still showing just the 571 code from last week, but reading everyone's success stories in this thread is honestly what's keeping me sane right now. The hardest part is definitely the financial planning uncertainty. I was counting on my refund to pay off some credit card debt, and being in limbo about when it'll actually arrive makes it impossible to budget properly for the next month. Thanks for sharing your win and for encouraging others to keep faith - posts like this really make a difference for those of us still in the thick of it! Here's hoping I'll have my own success story to share soon 🤞

Thank you so much for sharing this Giovanni! I'm currently in a very similar situation - filed 2/23, got the 571 code about 10 days ago, and received my 60-day letter this past Tuesday. I've been absolutely stressed because I need this refund to catch up on some bills that got behind during a period of reduced hours at work. Your timeline is incredibly encouraging - going from the 60-day letter to a DDD in just 13 days is amazing! I've been checking WMR compulsively but after reading through all these comments, I'm definitely switching to the Friday morning transcript checking strategy that everyone mentions. It's so helpful to see real experiences from people who've been through this exact process. The uncertainty is honestly the worst part - not knowing if it'll be next week or two months from now makes it impossible to plan anything. But seeing your success story and all the others in this thread gives me hope that the system really does work, even if it feels like forever when you're in the middle of it. Thanks again for taking the time to post this update. It means a lot to those of us still waiting! 🙏

This is incredibly encouraging to read! I filed on 2/18 and just got my 571 code yesterday after being stuck in review for about 3 weeks. Haven't received the 60-day letter yet, but based on everyone's timeline here it sounds like it might be coming soon. The anxiety of waiting is real - I've been checking WMR multiple times a day which clearly isn't helping my stress levels! After reading all these comments about Friday morning transcript updates being more reliable, I'm definitely going to shift my strategy there instead. What really gives me hope is seeing how many people in this thread got their DDDs way before the full 60 days. I need my refund for some unexpected medical expenses, so knowing that the 571 code is actually a good sign and that things tend to move relatively quickly after that is such a relief. Thanks for sharing your success story Giovanni - posts like this are exactly what those of us still in the waiting phase need to see! 🙏

This is such a hopeful thread to read! I'm currently on day 8 of my 60-day hold (filed 2/21, got the letter April 2nd) and honestly was starting to panic that I'd be waiting the full 60 days. Your timeline of only 13 days from letter to DDD is incredible and gives me so much hope! I've been guilty of checking WMR obsessively throughout the day, but after reading through all these comments about Friday morning transcript updates being more reliable, I'm definitely switching to that strategy. The daily disappointment of "still processing" was really getting to me. The financial stress is real when you're budgeting around that refund - I was planning to use mine for my kid's summer camp registration that's due soon, and not knowing if it'll be next week or next month makes everything feel up in the air. Thank you for taking the time to share your success story and encourage others! Reading about your experience and all the other positive outcomes in this thread is exactly what I needed today. It's reassuring to know that the 571 code really does mean progress, even when everything feels stuck. Here's hoping I'll have my own DDD to celebrate soon! 🤞

This is exactly the kind of positive update I needed to see today! I filed on 2/17 and have been stuck with a 570 code for almost 4 weeks now - still haven't gotten the 571 or any letter yet, but reading your timeline gives me so much hope that things will start moving soon. The waiting is absolutely brutal, especially when you're counting on that money. I've been using mine to help with my mom's assisted living costs, and the uncertainty of not knowing when it'll come through makes budgeting impossible. I love how you mentioned this happened to you before when you first moved to the US - it's reassuring to know that even repeat experiences can resolve quickly. Sometimes the IRS processes just seem completely random, but stories like yours prove that patience really does pay off eventually. Congratulations on finally getting your DDD! April 10th will be here before you know it. Thanks for taking the time to share this - it means a lot to those of us still in the thick of the waiting game! 🙏

Wow, this thread is giving me so much hope! I'm currently on day 15 of my 60-day hold (filed 2/25, got the letter March 28th) and have been absolutely stressed about it. I need my refund for my wedding expenses that are coming up in May, and not knowing when the money will hit has been keeping me up at night. I've been checking WMR daily like a broken record, but after reading everyone's advice here about Friday morning transcript checks being more reliable, I'm definitely changing my approach. Currently still showing the 571 code from last week, but seeing your timeline of only 13 days from letter to DDD gives me so much optimism that I might not have to wait the full 60 days! The hardest part is trying to coordinate with vendors when you don't know your exact financial timeline. Your story about going through this before as a new US resident really resonates - it shows that even when the process feels overwhelming and unfamiliar, it does eventually work out. Thank you for sharing this success story, Giovanni! Posts like this are what keep those of us still waiting sane during this stressful process. Here's hoping I'll be posting my own good news soon! 🤞💍

This is such an encouraging post to read! I'm currently on day 11 of my 60-day hold (filed 2/20, got the letter March 30th) and have been absolutely panicking about whether I'll actually have to wait the full 60 days. Your timeline of just 13 days from letter to DDD is incredible and gives me so much hope! I've been guilty of checking WMR multiple times per day, but after reading through all these comments about Friday morning transcript updates being more reliable, I'm definitely switching my strategy. The daily "still processing" message was really starting to get to me. The financial stress is real when you're budgeting around that refund - I need mine to cover my son's orthodontic treatment that we've been putting off. Not knowing if it'll arrive next week or in another month makes it impossible to schedule the appointment. Thank you for sharing your success story and for encouraging others to keep faith! Reading about your experience and seeing all the other positive outcomes in this thread is exactly what I needed today. It's so reassuring to know that the system does eventually work, even when it feels like you're stuck in limbo forever. Here's hoping I'll have my own DDD to celebrate soon! 🙏