Filed Jan 30 2025 but transcript shows 3-3-2025 processing date - what gives?
I filed my taxes on Jan 30th and my return was accepted right away but when I check my transcript the processing date shows March 3rd 2025. Is this normal? Should I be worried? Really hoping to get my refund soon since I'm counting on it.
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Daniel Rivera
The processing date of March 3rd is completely normal for a January 30th filing. The IRS typically takes 21 days to process returns, but that timeframe can vary based on several factors. As long as you don't see any error codes or notices, you're still within normal processing times.
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Owen Devar
AuthorThanks for explaining! Do you know if this means I'll definitely get my refund by March 3rd?
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Daniel Rivera
Not necessarily. The processing date can change - it's more of a placeholder than a guarantee.
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Brady Clean
lol welcome to the waiting game. filed mine jan 15th and still nothing smh
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Skylar Neal
same boat bestie 😠this is getting ridiculous
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Vincent Bimbach
mine got pushed back 3 times last year dont trust those dates fr
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Kelsey Chin
Honestly the IRS is clownin this year with these delays 🤡
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Norah Quay
fr fr they playing with our money like its monopoly
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Leo McDonald
ur lucky yours even shows a date... mine still says n/a after 6 weeks 🤮
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