Multiple ID Verification Issues - Moving Between States Creating Roadblocks

I've dealt with this exact situation before. Here's what you need to know: 1. The IRS has multiple verification pathways, but they get activated based on specific triggers in your return. 2. When you've moved between states, the system often flags your return for additional verification because address mismatches are a common fraud indicator. 3. For in-person verification (known as ID Verify), you absolutely need specific documents - there's unfortunately no workaround for the Social Security card requirement for dependents you're claiming. 4. The alternative would have been online verification through ID.me, but since you've already been directed to in-person verification, that pathway is likely closed. 5. Once you complete verification, processing typically takes 9-14 business days for your refund to be released. 6. The frustrating part is that different IRS representatives often have different visibility into your account status, which explains the inconsistent information.

I understand your frustration with this situation. Since you've already started the in-person verification process, your best path forward is to complete it with the required documents. However, you might consider calling the Taxpayer Advocate Service at 877-777-4778. They can sometimes intervene in cases where taxpayers are experiencing significant hardship due to processing delays. Be prepared to explain your financial hardship clearly and specifically. They won't be able to bypass the verification requirement, but they might be able to expedite processing once verification is complete.

I'm concerned about the financial impact this is having on you. These delays can really hurt when you're counting on that money. Have you tried calling the IRS directly again? I spent 3 hours on hold last month trying to resolve a similar issue before giving up. Then I found this service called Claimyr (https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c) that got me through to an actual IRS agent in about 15 minutes. They have technology that navigates the IRS phone tree and waits on hold for you, then calls you when an agent is available. It costs a bit, but considering how much you need this refund, it might be worth it to get clearer answers about alternative verification options.

I experienced a similar verification issue last tax season after moving from Nevada to Oregon. My timeline was exactly: - Filed on January 31st - Received verification request on February 17th - Completed in-person verification on February 28th - Refund approved on March 15th - Deposit received on March 18th Total of 47 days from filing to refund. The Social Security card replacement typically takes 10-14 days to arrive if you request it online. The most efficient approach is to wait for the card and then immediately schedule your appointment through the IRS website rather than walking in. The appointment system typically has 3-7 day wait times but is much faster than waiting standby at an office.

While you're waiting for that SS card (ah, the joys of government paperwork!), I'd recommend checking your tax transcript online if you haven't already. I use taxr.ai to interpret my transcript codes - it helped me understand exactly what was happening with my return when I was stuck in verification purgatory last year. The transcript will show you if there are any other issues besides the verification hold that might need addressing. It'll also show you the exact codes related to the verification request so you can confirm that's the only holdup. Better to know now if there's anything else lurking in there that might cause delays even after you verify!

It seems, perhaps, that there might be a possible workaround worth exploring. In some cases, the IRS Taxpayer Assistance Centers can potentially accept alternative documentation for children in lieu of the actual Social Security card. This might include a birth certificate along with medical records showing your child's SSN, or possibly school records with the SSN listed. I was, quite frankly, surprised to learn this when I faced a somewhat similar situation. You would likely need to call ahead to the specific TAC office where you plan to verify and ask if they can accommodate this exception given your circumstances. The flexibility varies significantly by location and individual IRS employee discretion.