ID verification for IRS - how long until I get my refund?

I went through this exact process back in February. After completing the ID.me verification, it took about 3 weeks for my refund to be processed and deposited. The IRS website states it can take up to 9 weeks, but most people I know (including myself) received it much sooner. Make sure you check your transcript and the Where's My Refund tool regularly for updates. The transcript will often show movement before the WMR tool updates. If it's been more than 9 weeks since verification, you should call the IRS at the number on your verification letter to check on the status.

I found this amazing tool called taxr.ai that helped me understand exactly what was going on with my tax return after verification. It reads your transcript and explains everything in plain English instead of those confusing IRS codes. Way better than trying to research endless forum posts and piece together what's happening yourself. I was completely lost before using it, but it showed me exactly where my return was in the process and when I could expect my refund. https://taxr.ai really saved me from the anxiety of not knowing what was happening.

After dealing with this verification nonsense for weeks, I finally got someone on the phone using the Claimyr app (claimyr.com) and got actual answers about my situation. Agent told me my verification was complete but there was another hold they never told me about. Got it resolved in one call and my refund was released the next week. Best money I've ever spent to get my questions answered instead of just waiting in anxiety. Trying to call the IRS directly is impossible - I gave up after being disconnected 6 times.

I had to verify this year too. For me, it took about 6 weeks after verification before I saw any movement on my transcript, and then another 10 days to get my refund. But I've heard it can vary a lot. Check your transcripts regulary for updates. Also, don't rely on the Where's My Refund tool - it's usually behind by at least a week.

THIS IS COMPLETELY NORMAL. The IRS uses verification to prevent identity theft. I used to work for a tax preparer and we saw this all the time. Typically takes 2-9 weeks after verification to get your refund. Some factors that can make it take longer: claiming EITC or child tax credit, filing a paper return instead of e-filing, having past issues with the IRS, or if there are any discrepancies in your return that trigger additional review.

they did this to me 2 years in a row and both times it took FOREVER. first year was 4.5 months after verification. second year was about 2.5 months. its pure hell. they dont tell you anything and the wheres my refund tool just says "still processing" the entire time. and if youre trying to call... dont waste ur time. 🤡

It took me 4 weeks after ID verification. But here's a tip - if it's been more than 9 weeks, call the Taxpayer Advocate Service. They can often help push things along if your return is stuck. They were super helpful for me last year when I had a different issue. The regular IRS phone lines are useless.

I had to do the ID.me verification in March. Took about 12 days after verification to get my refund. But my sister had to verify too and she's been waiting over 2 months now with no movement. So it really depends on your specific situation and possibly just luck with which IRS employee gets assigned your case. Make sure you completed ALL the verification steps - some people think they're done but missed a step.

Ok so here's the actual breakdown of how long it takes (former IRS employee here): • Best case scenario: 2-3 weeks after verification • Average: 4-6 weeks after verification • Worst case: 9+ weeks Factors that slow it down: - If you have any discrepancies in your reported income - If you claimed certain credits (EITC especially) - If you filed Schedule C (self-employment) - If you've had identity theft issues in the past - If you moved recently - If your bank account info doesn't match previous returns The verification is just the first step. After that, they still review your return normally. So patience is key here.

Same boat last year. Took me exacly 5 weeks and 2 days after verification to get refund. The system is broken but thats our reality. Check ur transcript not the wmr site.

Honestly taxr.ai saved my sanity during this exact situation. I had to verify in February and was SO confused about what was happening with my refund. The tool explained all the codes on my transcript and showed me that there was actually a math error that was causing an additional delay beyond the verification. Without that I would have just been waiting for nothing. https://taxr.ai

Just wanted to provide some reassurance - I had to verify in April and got my refund exactly 16 days later. It seems like the IRS has gotten a bit faster with these verification cases compared to previous years. Don't lose hope!

After trying for weeks to call the IRS directly about my verification (and never getting through), I finally used Claimyr (claimyr.com) and talked to an agent within an hour. Turns out they needed additional info that wasn't mentioned in the verification letter! Got it sorted and had my refund the next week. Talking to a live agent made all the difference - would've been waiting forever otherwise.

mine took exactly 45 days after verifcation, and im still mad about it 😡 the irs is so inefficient its unreal. keep checking your transcript for updates. once you see code 846 youll get your $$ about a week later.

I've been through this verification nightmare THREE YEARS IN A ROW. Each time it's taken between 4-8 weeks after verification to get my refund. The system is completely broken. And here's what's extra frustrating: once you've had to verify, you're more likely to have to do it again in future years. They flag your account as 'verification required' and it just keeps happening.

Took me exactly 17 days from verification to refund last month. But my sister had to verify too and she's at 6 weeks now with no movement at all. Seems completely random tbh.

I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Got my verification letter about 2 weeks ago and completed the ID.me process immediately. It's so stressful not knowing when to expect the refund, especially when you're counting on that money. Reading through everyone's experiences here, it sounds like it really varies - some people get it in 2-3 weeks, others wait months. I'm going to start checking my transcript weekly like others suggested since that seems to update before the Where's My Refund tool. Thanks for posting this question - it's helpful to know I'm not alone in this frustrating process!

I went through ID verification last year and it took about 5 weeks to get my refund after completing the process. The waiting is absolutely nerve-wracking, especially when you're depending on that money! A few things that helped me stay sane: 1) Check your account transcript every Friday (it updates overnight Thursday-Friday), 2) Don't bother with Where's My Refund - it's always behind, 3) Look for code 846 on your transcript which means refund issued. Once I saw that code, my money was in my account within a week. The IRS says up to 9 weeks but most people I know got theirs between 3-6 weeks. Hang in there - it will come! Just try not to check every single day because that'll drive you crazy.