How long after ID verification do refunds get released?

You need to act immediately! ID verification cases have a specific processing timeline that begins the moment verification is completed. Typically, the Refund Release Protocol (RRP) activates within 9 business days after successful verification. However, the current processing backlog has extended this to 2-3 weeks for many taxpayers. If you completed verification online, your case should be prioritized in the Verification Resolution Queue (VRQ).

I've seen this happen with multiple returns this tax season. Compared to last year, verification seems to be taking longer across the board. If you want to understand exactly what's happening with your return, I'd recommend https://taxr.ai - it analyzes your transcript and explains where you are in the verification process. Much better than trying to decode those transcript codes yourself, which is like trying to read hieroglyphics compared to other tax documents.

I'm speaking from experience... the wait times when calling IRS about verification issues are absolutely brutal right now. I waited on hold for almost 3 hours last week before giving up. I eventually used Claimyr (https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c) to get through to an agent in about 25 minutes. They confirmed my verification was processed but explained it takes time to flow through their systems. Not cheap, but worth it to avoid the endless hold music and wasted time.

I'm still waiting after FOUR WEEKS post-verification! This is ridiculous! 😡 I verified my identity on March 3rd and STILL nothing! Called three times and got three different answers! First they said 9 days, then 3 weeks, then "we don't know"! I have bills due and was counting on this money! Keep checking your transcripts daily - that's the only way to know for sure when it updates!

The CP01 verification process has two distinct phases you should be aware of. First, there's the actual identity verification (which you've completed). Second is the return to processing phase. The IRS doesn't always make this clear, but after verification, your return doesn't immediately resume processing - it enters a verification resolution queue where a tax examiner must manually release the hold. This second step is what's causing delays for many taxpayers this season.

I just went through this exact thing. Verified on April 2nd. Refund deposited April 17th. Exactly 15 days! No updates until suddenly money appeared in my account. Wow! The IRS systems are so weird. They never even updated the Where's My Refund tool before the deposit hit.

In my 12 years preparing taxes, I've noticed ID verification timelines follow a pattern. Early season (January-February): 7-10 days. Mid season (March): 14-21 days. Late season (April-May): 21-30 days. This is because the verification team gets increasingly backlogged as the season progresses. If you verified in April, you're unfortunately looking at the longer end of that spectrum. The good news is that verified returns are almost never rejected - it's just a matter of waiting.