Filed 2/5, Verification Complete, But Transcripts Still N/A - What's Going On?

What you're experiencing is called a Processing Delay Differential. The IRS processes returns in batches, not strictly chronological order. The verification you completed on 2/14 likely moved your return to a secondary review queue. When WMR changes from "still processing" to "is being processed," it indicates your return has passed the initial validation phase but is now in the review workflow. I had a similar situation last year where my transcript showed N/A for 22 days after verification. The transcript update typically occurs 3-5 days before your refund is approved.

Did you claim any credits like EIC or CTC? Those automatically trigger additional processing time. Also, was your verification an ID verify or income verification? These details matter because they affect which processing pipeline your return enters. If you claimed refundable credits, your return is subject to PATG (Path Act Timing Guidelines) which mandates additional verification steps that can add 14-21 days to processing time regardless of filing date.

Let me clarify what's happening with your transcript situation. The "N/A" status for the top 2 boxes (Return Transcript and Record of Account) is normal during processing. Those documents only generate after your return is fully processed. The key indicator to watch is your Account Transcript - it will update first, typically 48-72 hours before your refund is approved. Based on your timeline (filed 2/5, verification 2/14, status change already occurred), you should see transcript updates within 7-10 days from today, assuming no additional review flags were triggered.

I'm hesitant to suggest this, but if you're really concerned... you might want to try contacting the IRS directly. I spent 3 hours last week trying to get through their phone system before giving up. Then I found this service called Claimyr (https://claimyr.com) that got me connected to an agent in about 20 minutes. They confirmed my return was just in normal processing and nothing was wrong. Might be worth it if you're worried about possible issues with your return or need peace of mind about your timeline.

I'm not convinced the status change from "still processing" to "is being processed" means anything significant. Has anyone seen official IRS documentation explaining the difference? I've been through this cycle multiple times and noticed these status changes seem arbitrary. My concern is that putting too much faith in these subtle wording changes might lead to false hope. What if the verification completed on 2/14 actually revealed an issue that's now causing the delay?

I was in the EXACT same situation on February 18th. Filed on 2/2, verified on 2/11, and my WMR changed just like yours. My transcripts finally updated on March 2nd and I got my refund on March 5th. The system IS working, it's just painfully slow this year. And yes, people who filed after me got their refunds first too, which was super frustrating. Just hang in there - based on my timeline, you should see movement very soon.

I've been tracking my tax return processing for the last three years, and I've noticed some patterns that might help explain what's happening: 1. First, check if you claimed any credits (EIC, CTC, etc.) as these automatically add 2-3 weeks 2. Next, look at your filing method - did you use a tax preparer or DIY software? 3. Then consider if you had any unusual deductions or income sources 4. Finally, did you opt for direct deposit or paper check? In my experience, the simplest returns with no credits, standard deduction, W-2 income only, and direct deposit get processed first regardless of filing date. It's not fair, but it seems to be how their system prioritizes workload.