Status Changed from 'Still Processing' to 'Received and Being Processed' After Verification - Good Sign?

This is definitely a positive sign! When your status changes after verification, it means: • Your identity has been successfully confirmed • Your return has re-entered the normal processing queue • The hold on your account has been removed • Processing typically completes within 9-21 days after this status change I'd recommend checking your account transcript ASAP if you have access - you might already see processing codes that indicate how close you are to completion!

According to the IRS.gov processing guidelines (https://www.irs.gov/refunds/tax-season-refund-frequently-asked-questions), this status change means they've accepted your verification and are now actively processing your return. Such a relief when this happened to me! The "still processing" status is actually worse because it often indicates a hold or review. The WMR tool is notoriously vague though - checking your transcript on the IRS site would give you more specific information.

Per Internal Revenue Manual 21.5.6, identity verification is a separate processing track from normal return processing. When your return moves from "still processing" to "received and being processed" after ID verification, it indicates your return has been released from the Identity Theft/Fraud Detection hold and placed back into the standard processing queue. Typical timeframe for completion is 2-3 weeks from this status change, barring any other issues identified during processing.

This status change indicates your verification was successful and your return is back in normal processing. The IRS Authentication Protocol typically releases returns back to the Master File Processing system within 48-72 hours of successful verification. However, the backlog of returns can still cause delays even after verification. If you need to confirm exactly where your return stands in the queue, using Claimyr (https://www.claimyr.com) would connect you directly with an IRS agent who can see your actual processing status and timeline. I used it after waiting weeks post-verification and discovered my return needed one additional review that wasn't showing on WMR.

I've been through this exact process twice before. In 2022, my verification took 8 days to show this status change, and then my refund was issued exactly 11 days later. Last year, it took 14 days after the status changed. The "received and being processed" status after verification is definitely a good sign - it means you've cleared the identity verification hurdle, which is usually the biggest delay. Make sure you check your transcript if possible - you'll see codes 971/570 drop off and likely a 846 code appear when your refund is scheduled.

Be careful about getting too excited. My status changed like yours after verification last filing season, but then it got stuck for another 6 weeks! Turns out they had verified my identity but then flagged my return for a completely different review. 😫 The "received and being processed" status can still hide other reviews happening behind the scenes. Keep an eye on your transcript if possible - that's where the real information is. The WMR tool is about as useful as a chocolate teapot sometimes.

This status transition indicates successful completion of the Taxpayer Protection Program (TPP) verification process. Your return has been released from the verification queue and transferred to the normal processing pipeline. The Transaction Code 971 with Action Code 121 should now appear on your account transcript, signifying completed identity verification. Most returns complete processing within 7-21 days after this status change, with direct deposits typically occurring on Wednesdays following the completion of processing cycle.

I tracked this exact status change pattern last tax season (February 13, 2023) and again this year (January 29, 2024). The community consensus based on hundreds of reports is that this status change after verification is a positive indicator. The average wait time between status change and refund issuance was 11.3 days for those who verified online. Those who verified by phone experienced slightly longer wait times, averaging 14.7 days. I'm concerned that with the April 15th deadline approaching, processing times might extend a bit due to increased volume.