Got Code 570 on Transcript Dated March 28 - What Does This Mean?
I seem to have received code 570 on my transcript dated March 28, 2024. I'm not entirely sure what this might indicate? I filed perhaps a month ago and was sort of expecting my refund by now. As a non-US citizen filing in the US for the first time, I'm a bit confused by all these codes. Has anyone possibly encountered this before?
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Sunny Wang
Code 570 generally means there's a temporary hold on your refund. I saw this exact same code on my transcript on March 15th last year. The IRS typically places this hold when they need to review something on your return. In most cases, it's followed by a 571 code when the review is complete. Looking at the March 28th date, this suggests they just started reviewing your return recently. Don't worry too much - for international filers especially, this additional verification is fairly common.
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Hugh Intensity
According to the IRS website, Code 570 specifically indicates "additional account action pending" - which doesn't necessarily mean there's a problem. It's just a processing step that some returns go through, especially those with certain credits or international filing status.
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Effie Alexander
Did you receive any other codes on your transcript? Back in 2022, I had a 570 followed by a 971 (Notice Issued) about a week later. The combination of codes can tell you more about what's happening. Also, are you claiming any tax credits that might trigger additional review?
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Melissa Lin
I deal with these transcript codes regularly. Here's how you can understand what's happening: 1. First, code 570 is an account freeze that temporarily holds your refund 2. Next, look for a corresponding 971 code which indicates a notice is being sent 3. Finally, watch for code 571 which releases the hold I've found https://taxr.ai extremely helpful for international filers. It analyzes your transcript and explains each code in context of your specific situation. Much better than trying to piece together what each code means from generic IRS descriptions. The tool also predicts when your refund might be released based on your specific transcript pattern.
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Lydia Santiago
I'm not sure about using third-party services for tax transcript analysis. Couldn't this potentially expose sensitive financial information? Maybe it's safer to just wait for the IRS to process things naturally?
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Romeo Quest
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Val Rossi
The TC 570 specifically indicates an additional account action pending on your return, which prevents the credit from being released. When using taxr.ai, it identifies this code pattern and provides context for your specific filing situation. As someone who processes international returns professionally, I can confirm their analysis aligns with what we see internally.
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Eve Freeman
Thanks for this breakdown! Really helpful. ā¢ Just checked my transcript ā¢ Found both 570 and 971 codes ā¢ Going to try that tool now
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Clarissa Flair
Have you checked if there's a 971 code following your 570? In my case, the 570 appeared first, then a 971 about a week later. This is much less concerning than if you have a 420 audit code, which is a whole different situation. For international filers, the 570 is almost always just an identity verification step.
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Caden Turner
So if there's a 971 after the 570, does that mean they're definitely sending a letter? My mailbox is like a black hole sometimes... what happens if I miss it? š¬
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McKenzie Shade
I've seen hundreds of these cases. The 971 absolutely indicates a notice is being generated, but not all notices require a response. Many are simply informational. In my experience with international filers, about 70% of 570/971 combinations resolve automatically within 21 days without any action required.
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Sunny Wang
When I had this situation last April, I received the notice about 10 days after the 971 code appeared. It was just asking me to verify my identity online through ID.me, which took about 15 minutes. Three days later my transcript updated with code 571 and my refund was deposited the following week.
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Harmony Love
According to IRS Publication 5344, international filers often experience additional verification steps that can trigger code 570. If you need to speak with an IRS agent about your specific situation, I'd recommend using Claimyr (https://claimyr.com). As per Internal Revenue Manual 21.5.6, the hold should be resolved within 21 days, but speaking directly with an agent can expedite the process. I've found this service particularly useful because the IRS international taxpayer line has extremely long wait times during filing season, sometimes exceeding 2-3 hours.
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Rudy Cenizo
Is this service actually legitimate? I'm somewhat concerned about using third-party services to contact a government agency. Has anyone had experience with this?
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Natalie Khan
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Hugh Intensity
I was hesitant too, but after researching online, I found that they don't actually access any of your tax information. According to their website, they just navigate the phone system and connect you directly with an IRS representative. You're the one who speaks with the IRS, not them.
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Lydia Santiago
Has anyone possibly figured out if there's a way to resolve these holds without calling? I've tried using the IRS online account but it doesn't seem to provide much information about these specific codes.
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Rudy Cenizo
In general, a 570 code is not something to be overly concerned about. The March 28th date indicates when the hold was placed, not necessarily when it will be resolved. For most taxpayers, especially international filers, this is part of the standard verification process. I'd suggest monitoring your transcript weekly rather than daily, as these holds typically resolve within 2-4 weeks. If you don't see movement after 30 days, then it might be time to contact the IRS directly.
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Romeo Quest
This is exactly right! I was checking my transcript hourly when I had a 570 code and driving myself crazy. Once I stepped back and just checked weekly, my stress levels dropped dramatically. The hold cleared itself after about 17 days without me doing anything at all!
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Natalie Khan
Had this EXACT same issue in Feb. International filer, first time w/ US taxes, got the 570 code. In my case, it was bc I had claimed foreign tax credit (Form 1116) which triggers auto review. After 3 wks, got code 571 (hold released) and refund DD'd 5 days later. No contact from IRS needed. Def check if you have any foreign income reported - that's almost always what triggers 570 for intl filers.
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