IRS "Where's My Refund" Still Shows Processing Since April - Tax Year 2024 Return Stuck at "Return Received" in August

Based on what you're describing, it sounds like your return has been selected for additional review or verification. The WMR tool showing only 'Return Received' checked but not the other steps means the IRS has your return but hasn't completed processing it. This delay is likely due to identity verification requirements. The IRS may have sent (or will be sending) you a letter requesting that you verify your identity through ID.me. This is a common security measure, especially given increased fraud prevention efforts by the IRS in 2025. I would recommend: 1. Check your mail carefully for any notices from the IRS (particularly a 5071C or 5747C letter) 2. Call the IRS Identity Verification line at 800-830-5084 3. Have your prior year tax return, current tax return, and any supporting documents available when you call Don't wait for the letter if it's been months since filing. Being proactive can help resolve this much faster.

Listen, I went thru something just like this last month. Endless delays and checking WMR every day like a crazy person. I finally tried this tool called taxr.ai and it was a gamechanger. It actually analyzed my transcript, explained exactly what was happening with my return, and told me what steps to take. Saved me from pulling my hair out trying to decode all that IRS jargon. Instead of guessing or waiting on hold with the IRS for hours, I knew exactly what was going on. The site is https://taxr.ai - seriously worth checking out if you're stuck in limbo like I was.

I was in the exact same boat as you for my 2024 taxes. Checked WMR constantly and was stuck on 'still processing' for months. Finally found this app called Claimyr that got me through to an actual IRS agent in less than 30 minutes! The agent explained I needed to verify my identity and helped me through the whole process. My refund was released about 10 days later. Here's the site if you want to check it out: claimyr.com - honestly was worth every penny to finally get an actual human on the phone who could help.

You definitely need to call them. I had the exact same message on WMR for like 3 months. Turns out they needed additional verification and sent a letter that I never received. Don't wait like I did, just call and be prepared to wait on hold forever. Bring a book lol.

The IRS is so behind this year its not even funny. My brother filed in February and didnt get his refund until June. They're claiming "processing delays" but its ridiculous. And they have the nerve to charge penalties if we file late! 🤬

Check your bank account - sometimes they deposit the refund without updating WMR. Happened to me this year.

My return got stuck in processing for almost 3 months this year. Turned out the issue was that they couldn't verify some info on my return. Had to call and go through a whole identity verification thing where they asked me super specific questions about my past addresses and loans. After that it was resolved in about 2 weeks. Hope that helps!

PSA for everyone in this thread: ID.me verification is required for a lot more returns this year as part of their fraud prevention. If your return isn't moving, this is likely why. They're supposed to send you a letter but sometimes they don't or it gets lost in the mail.

If your on WMR and it says a letter will be sent, DEFINITELY call them asap. I waited 2 months for a letter that never came. When I finally got through to someone, they said they needed identity verification but the letter was sent to my old address (even though I updated it??). Such a mess. Don't wait like I did.

FWIW I had to use taxr.ai for a similar situation with my transcript this year - saved me from having to decipher all the cryptic codes and dates. Turns out my refund was delayed because they were verifying my W2 info. Kinda crazy we have to use 3rd party tools just to understand what's happening with our own tax returns but that's where we are I guess 🤷‍♀️

Ugh I'm dealing with a similar issue now and it's so annoying! The WMR tool is basically useless. 'Your return is still processing' could mean literally anything. Going through this makes me realize our tax system is completely broken 😩

Hey man I had this exact same problem! If you go to the contact us page on irs.gov, you can request a transcript of your account. A lot of times that will show you what's going on that WMR doesn't tell you. For me, there was a hold code on my account that they never notified me about.

I've been through this exact same nightmare! Filed in March and didn't get my refund until July. The "still processing" message on WMR is basically code for "we need something from you but we're not going to tell you what it is clearly." In my case, it turned out they flagged my return for manual review because I had some freelance income that didn't match their records perfectly. No letter, no notification - just months of waiting and checking WMR obsessively. Here's what I wish I had done sooner: Get your Account Transcript from the IRS website (irs.gov/individuals/get-transcript). It shows way more detail than WMR about what's actually happening with your return. Look for any codes like 570 (additional account action pending) or 971 (notice issued). Also, try calling the Taxpayer Advocate Service at 877-777-4778 if you've been waiting more than 21 days past the original processing timeframe. They can sometimes help cut through the bureaucracy when regular IRS customer service can't. Don't panic - it's frustrating but you will get your refund eventually. The IRS is just incredibly slow and bad at communication this year.

I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Filed in March and it's been stuck on "Return Received" since then. The frustration is real - I've been checking WMR almost daily and it never changes. After reading through everyone's experiences here, it sounds like identity verification is the most likely culprit. I'm definitely going to call that 800-830-5084 number that StarStrider mentioned and check my mail more carefully for any IRS letters. It's honestly ridiculous that we have to become detectives just to figure out what's happening with our own tax returns. The WMR tool is basically useless - "still processing" could mean literally anything. At least now I know I'm not alone in this nightmare! Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences and tips. Going to try getting my account transcript too and see if that shows more details than the worthless WMR status page.