PATH Act Message Showing Up Before ID Verification Notice - What Does This Mean?

The PATH Act message can appear independently of ID verification requirements. It's specifically related to returns claiming EITC or ACTC, which by law can't be released before mid-February. However, you should still keep an eye on your account, as verification notices can come later in the process.

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Yep happened to me last year! Got the PATH message first then verification letter came like 3 weeks later lol its normal

im in the same boat rn! this waiting game is driving me nuts 🤮

The IRS is such a clown show this year fr fr

Check your transcript if you can access it! Sometimes it shows verification needed before WMR updates