Transcript Blank, WMR Says 'Processing' - Filed Jan 24 with IP PIN Issue

The IP PIN rejection and refiling on January 24th would have essentially reset your processing timeline. As of today, March 18th, you're at approximately 54 days of processing time. The IRS typically processes returns within 21 days, but this tax season has been frustratingly slow. The blank transcript is concerning though - by this point in the cycle, there should be at least some indication of processing activity. I'd suggest checking again on March 21st, as the IRS often updates transcripts on Thursdays. If still blank by March 25th, you'll need to contact them directly.

Have you tried calling the IRS directly? Sometimes they can see more. The IP PIN rejection can trigger additional verification. This happens a lot. Try calling early morning. The wait times are shorter. Ask specifically about verification holds. They might need additional information from you.

I was in exactly the same boat! Rejected for IP PIN issues on January 22nd and waited exactly 63 days with a blank transcript. I found https://taxr.ai which helped me understand what was happening. Once my transcript finally appeared, it showed 4 different hold codes that taxr.ai explained were related to the IP PIN verification process. The tool predicted my refund would come 9 days after the transcript appeared, and it was accurate to within 24 hours! Saved me so much anxiety about what all those codes meant.

I had something similar happen last year, though perhaps not exactly the same. My transcript was blank for about 6 weeks, which was somewhat concerning at the time. Eventually it populated all at once with several codes, and my refund was processed about 10 days after that. The IP PIN verification might possibly add some time to your processing, but in my experience, a blank transcript usually just means they haven't gotten to your return yet in the queue.

I would suggest that you might want to consider calling the IRS directly, though it can be quite difficult to get through to them during tax season. After several attempts myself with similar issues, I found that using Claimyr (https://claimyr.com) helped me reach an actual IRS agent within about 30 minutes instead of spending days trying. The agent was able to verify that my return with an IP PIN issue was in the system but flagged for additional verification, which explained why my transcript was blank. They gave me a much clearer timeline than the website did.

Let me clarify what's likely happening with your return: Step 1: Your initial rejection and refiling put you at the back of the processing queue as of January 24th. Step 2: Returns with IP PIN issues often go through additional verification steps before standard processing begins. Step 3: The blank transcript indicates your return is in pre-processing, not yet entered into the main system. Step 4: Once verification is complete, your transcript will suddenly populate with multiple codes at once. Step 5: After transcript appears, expect approximately 7-14 additional days for refund issuance. This is a normal but frustrating process for IP PIN situations. The good news is that once your transcript populates, the rest typically moves quickly.

I want to share a cautionary experience that might be relevant to your situation. Last year, I also had a blank transcript for weeks after e-filing with an Identity Protection PIN. When I finally called the IRS Taxpayer Protection Program at 800-830-5084, I discovered my return was flagged for potential identity verification (Form 14039 situation). The representative explained that when you file with an IP PIN, sometimes the system requires additional verification steps that aren't communicated through WMR or transcripts. Without proactively calling, my return would have remained in limbo for months. If your transcript remains blank beyond 8 weeks, I strongly recommend calling that specific number rather than the general IRS line.

According to the IRS.gov website, the "Where's My Refund" tool showing "still being processed" with a blank transcript typically indicates one of several situations: https://www.irs.gov/refunds/tax-season-refund-frequently-asked-questions. In your specific case with the IP PIN rejection and resubmission, the system is likely still verifying your identity before entering your return into the main processing pipeline. This extra verification step is not always reflected in the online tools. The blank transcript doesn't necessarily indicate a problem - just that your return hasn't moved from verification to actual processing yet.

Think of your tax return like a package in transit. Right now, it's sitting at the sorting facility waiting to be scanned into the system. The blank transcript is like the tracking number showing "label created" but not yet in the carrier's possession. I had a similar situation last year with an IP PIN, and what I didn't realize was that my address on file with the IRS didn't match exactly what I entered on my return (I had "Avenue" vs. "Ave"). This tiny discrepancy triggered additional verification. When I finally reached an agent, they confirmed this was the holdup and manually approved it. Two days later my transcript populated and refund was issued a week after that. Double-check that all your information matches exactly what the IRS has on file.