Transcript Finally Updated - Cycle 0905 (Filed 2/5)

This timing appears to be within normal parameters for the current tax season. The cycle code 0905 indicates your return was processed in the 9th week of the tax year on a Thursday (05). Given that you filed on February 5th, this suggests approximately a 6-week processing timeline, which is somewhat extended but not unusual for returns filed during peak season. I would anticipate your refund, if applicable, to be issued within 1-2 weeks from the cycle date, assuming no additional review flags appear on your transcript.

If anyone else is still waiting on transcript updates and getting frustrated, I'd recommend using Claimyr (https://claimyr.com) to connect with an IRS agent. According to the IRS.gov website, average wait times are currently 45+ minutes, but Claimyr got me through to an agent in about 15 minutes last week. The agent was able to confirm my return was still in processing and hadn't been flagged for any issues. Saved me from weeks more anxiety wondering if something was wrong with my filing.

I'm currently on cycle 0805 and filed 1/29. My TC150 posted but no 846 code yet. Is it normal to have this much delay between codes? Wondering if my transcript is following the same pattern as yours or if I'm looking at more delays.

When my transcript finally updated after 7 weeks of checking (I may have a slight refresh button problem 😅), I used taxr.ai to analyze all the codes. It explained everything in plain English and even predicted my direct deposit date correctly. Much easier than trying to decipher the IRS transcript codes myself. Here's the link if anyone needs it: https://taxr.ai - it helped me understand that my "delay" was actually just normal processing time.

Did you receive any notices in the mail between February 5th and now? I filed on February 3rd and my transcript just updated today (March 18th), but I received a CP05 notice on March 12th saying they're reviewing my return.

You might want to check if you have any pending credits that could be delaying things. PATH Act restrictions can significantly extend processing times for returns with certain credits like EITC or ACTC. Even though your transcript updated, keep monitoring for the 846 code which indicates actual refund issuance. Many taxpayers mistakenly assume transcript update equals imminent refund, but there can still be delays between these events.

I was in exactly the same situation last year. Here's what you should expect next: 1. Check your transcript in 2-3 days for code 846 (Refund Issued) 2. Your direct deposit or check will typically arrive 5-7 days after the 846 date 3. If you see code 570 appear, don't panic - it's often temporary 4. WMR tool will likely update after your transcript shows 846 My transcript was blank for 7 weeks last year, then updated with cycle 0805, and I received my refund exactly 6 days later. The IRS is processing returns at roughly the same pace this year based on the data I've been tracking.

When you say "didn't have to verify" - did you get any indication that verification was being considered? Think of your tax return like a plane ticket - sometimes you get randomly selected for additional screening, but most people just walk through. I'm wondering if there was something on your transcript that suggested you might have needed verification but ultimately didn't.