Help understanding transcript codes 150, 806, 768, 570 - What do these numbers mean?
I checked my transcript today and I'm confused about what all these codes mean. I see code 150 with $0.00, code 806 with $843.00, code 768 with $4,972, and code 570 with $0.00. Can someone explain what these all mean? I filed back in April and still waiting on my refund. Getting worried since it's been over 3 months now with no updates.
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Sasha Reese
Tax pro here to help decode this: • Code 150 ($0.00) - This is your return filed/tax liability • Code 806 ($843.00) - This is your withholding credits (what was taken from your paychecks) • Code 768 ($4,972) - This is your Earned Income Credit amount • Code 570 ($0.00) - This is a hold code, meaning your refund is currently under review Basically, your refund is on hold (570 code) pending review. This could be for a number of reasons - identity verification, income verification, or random selection. Your expected refund appears to be around $5,815 (withholding + EIC). You'll need to wait for the hold to be released before processing continues.
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Christian Burns
AuthorThank you so much! Do you know how long these holds usually last? Should I call the IRS?
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Sasha Reese
These holds can last anywhere from 2-8 weeks unfortunately. Yes, calling the IRS might give you more insight into why exactly there's a hold and what you might need to do.
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Muhammad Hobbs
Speaking from experience, good luck getting thru to the IRS. I got disconnected 8 times last month trying to reach them about a similar issue 🙄
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Noland Curtis
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Vanessa Figueroa
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Drew Hathaway
The 570 code is a huge red flag. It means your return has been flagged for review. Could be identity verification or an audit. I had this last year and it took 5 MONTHS to resolve. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news but you might be in for a long wait 😫
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Laila Prince
My wife and I got a 570 code last tax season - turns out it was because we made a simple math error on our return. They just corrected it and processed everything. Don't panic OP, sometimes its something minor that they can fix without you doing anything.
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Christian Burns
AuthorThat's good to hear! Was your refund amount adjusted at all?
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Laila Prince
Yeah it was adjusted down by about $200 because of the error we made. But still, better than waiting months for nothing!
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Isabel Vega
Pro tip: Look for a code 971 on your transcript too. Usually follows the 570 and often has a notice date. The IRS probably sent you a letter explaining the hold - check your mail!
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Christian Burns
AuthorI don't see a 971 code anywhere. Does that mean they haven't sent anything yet?
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Isabel Vega
It could mean they haven't decided what action to take yet. Keep checking your transcript weekly for updates.
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Dominique Adams
lol welcome to IRS purgatory. I've been stuck with a 570 code since march. MARCH!! The system is completely broken. even my tax guy can't figure out what's happening.
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Marilyn Dixon
Have you tried calling the Taxpayer Advocate Service? They can sometimes help with returns stuck in processing for extended periods.
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Dominique Adams
tried that too. they said they aren't taking new cases for returns under 6 months delayed. its a joke 🤡
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Louisa Ramirez
570 code seriously sucks, its like entering the twilight zone of IRS processing. i discovered my issue was because two employers reported my income differently than i did. check if all your W2 amounts match what you reported!
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TommyKapitz
I'm no expert but thats how my transcript looked right before I got my refund. 570 is a temporary hold that resolves itself sometimes. Wait another cycle (thursday-wednesday) and see if a 571 (hold released) and 846 (refund issued) code appears.
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Angel Campbell
This ⬆️ Cycle updates are typically on Friday mornings. Check your transcript again tomorrow.
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Christian Burns
AuthorThanks for the tip! I'll check again tomorrow morning.
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Payton Black
for anyone facing similar issues - GET YOUR TRANSCRIPT TO AN EXPERT. I wasted 4 months trying to decode mine last year when I could've just had someone who knows what they're doing look at it. The IRS website is like reading hieroglyphics to most of us normal people.
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Harold Oh
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Oscar O'Neil
I've been dealing with transcript codes for years and wanted to add some context to what others have shared. The 570 code specifically means "Additional Account Action Pending" - it's basically the IRS saying "hold up, we need to look at something before we process your refund." Given that you filed in April and it's been 3+ months, this is definitely worth following up on. A few things to check: 1. Make sure all your W-2s and 1099s match what you reported exactly 2. Double-check your bank account info if you chose direct deposit 3. Verify your identity info (SSN, address, etc.) matches IRS records The good news is your refund amount looks substantial ($5,800+), so it's worth the effort to resolve. The bad news is 570 holds can be unpredictable - I've seen them clear in 2 weeks or drag on for months depending on the issue. If you haven't received any correspondence from the IRS yet, that could mean they're still determining what action to take. Keep checking your transcript weekly for updates and definitely try calling if you can get through. Sometimes a simple phone call can identify exactly what's causing the hold. Hang in there - most 570 codes do eventually resolve!
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