Understanding the 570 Code on Your IRS Transcript: What It Really Means

The 570 code is basically a pause button for your refund. It means the IRS needs to take a closer look at something before sending your money. Don't panic though - in most cases it resolves automatically without you needing to do anything. Look for a 571 code to appear later - that means they've released the hold. Check your transcript every few days for updates.

I got the 570 code exactly 23 days ago on my transcript. My refund was exactly $5,423 which I need for a down payment due in 14 days. After 18 days of waiting, the code finally changed to 571 and the refund hit my account 5 days later. The wait was excruciating but it resolved without me doing anything. If you have a 570, check for an accompanying 971 code - mine had both on the same date (March 12, 2024).

I believe we should approach the 570 code with some caution. In my case, it appeared on February 28th, and while many say it resolves automatically, mine required action. After about three weeks, I received a letter requesting verification of my reported income. The process might be different for everyone, and it may be prudent to prepare for possible additional steps rather than assuming it will resolve on its own.

The 570 code is like being put in the IRS waiting room compared to being completely ignored like what happened with my 2022 return. At least with a 570, they acknowledge you exist! After seeing the code, I tried calling the IRS for 3 straight days - couldn't get through using their regular number. Compared to that nightmare, using Claimyr (https://www.claimyr.com) was a game-changer. Got connected to an agent in about 15 minutes who confirmed my 570 was just a random review and nothing to worry about. My hold was released two days later. Worth every penny compared to wasting hours on hold.

I've dealt with the 570 code twice in the past three years. Here's what I learned: • It ALWAYS means your refund is on hold temporarily • It DOESN'T always mean there's a problem with your return • It TYPICALLY resolves within 21 days • It USUALLY appears with a 971 code (notice issued) • It MUST be replaced by a 571 code before your refund processes My first experience took 14 days to resolve. My second took 32 days and required identity verification. The key is patience - checking your transcript daily just increases anxiety.

According to the IRS's own Internal Revenue Manual (which you can find at irs.gov/irm), the 570 code indicates 'additional account action pending.' The IRS website doesn't provide much more detail, but several tax professionals on the r/tax subreddit have confirmed it's generally used when the IRS needs to review something before releasing your refund. In most cases, it's resolved within 2-4 weeks, but I'd recommend monitoring your Account Transcript at least weekly to check for updates or new codes.

Is anyone else concerned about how arbitrary these 570 holds seem to be? I've had perfectly normal returns get flagged while friends with complicated situations sail through without issues. And why is the IRS so secretive about what specifically triggered the review? Wouldn't it be more efficient to just tell taxpayers exactly what they're reviewing instead of making us wait anxiously for weeks? My 570 code appeared last month and I'm still waiting with no explanation.

Per IRS Publication 5192, Transaction Code 570 indicates a refund hold pending additional review. This is authorized under IRC §6402(g) which gives the IRS authority to withhold refunds while verifying return accuracy. In most cases, this is temporary and resolves automatically. The 570 code is typically accompanied by a freeze code that identifies the specific program area reviewing your return. Common freeze codes include: - F- (Fraud Detection) - Q- (Examination/Audit) - C- (Criminal Investigation) - R- (Revenue Protection) You can identify which program is reviewing your return by looking at the freeze code on your transcript. Once the review is complete, a TC 571 will appear, releasing the hold.

I've been dealing with a 570 code on my transcript for about 10 days now, and reading everyone's experiences here is both reassuring and nerve-wracking at the same time! What I'm finding confusing is that my transcript shows the 570 code dated March 18th, but there's no accompanying 971 code like so many others have mentioned. Does anyone know if it's normal to have a 570 without a 971, or should I be expecting a notice to arrive in the mail soon? I'm trying to decide whether to wait it out or be proactive and call the IRS. My refund amount is relatively small ($1,847) so I'm hoping it's just a routine review that will resolve quickly.

Thanks for this comprehensive breakdown, Ryan! As someone who's currently dealing with my first 570 code experience, this community has been incredibly helpful. I received the 570 code on March 22nd (so about 10 days ago now) and initially panicked when I saw it on my transcript. After reading through everyone's experiences here, I'm feeling much more confident that it's just a temporary hold that will resolve on its own. What I'm finding most reassuring is seeing the variety of timelines people have experienced - some resolved in 2 weeks, others took a month, but the vast majority seem to get resolved without any action required. I don't have a 971 code yet, but based on what others have shared, it sounds like that might appear in the coming days. One question I have: for those who had their 570 codes resolve automatically, did you notice any pattern in terms of day of the week when the 571 code appeared? I'm wondering if the IRS tends to update transcripts on certain days or if it's completely random. Just trying to manage my own expectations for when to check!

As a newcomer to this community, I'm really grateful to have found this thread! I just discovered a 570 code on my transcript dated March 28th, and honestly, I was pretty panicked until I read through all of your experiences. The level of detail and support everyone is providing here is amazing. What's particularly helpful is seeing the range of timelines - from Ryan's 14-day resolution to others taking 3-4 weeks. It's reassuring to know that the majority of cases seem to resolve automatically without any action needed from the taxpayer. I'm curious about one thing though - for those who had their holds released, did you notice any correlation between the refund amount and how long the review took? My refund is around $3,200, and I'm wondering if larger amounts tend to get more scrutiny or if it's really just random. Also, should I be concerned that it appeared on a Thursday? I know that might sound silly, but I'm trying to understand any patterns in how the IRS processes these reviews. Thanks again for creating such a supportive space to discuss these stressful situations!

As someone new to this community, I want to thank everyone for sharing their experiences with the 570 code! I just noticed it appeared on my transcript yesterday (March 30th) and was initially quite worried until I found this incredibly informative discussion. Reading through all the detailed responses here - especially Ryan's professional insights and Aaliyah's technical breakdown - has really helped calm my nerves. It's fascinating to see how the experiences vary but ultimately most seem to resolve within 2-4 weeks without any action required. I'm particularly interested in the freeze code information that was mentioned. I can see some additional codes on my transcript that I hadn't paid attention to before. For those who successfully had their 570 codes resolved, did you find that understanding these additional codes helped you predict the timeline, or is it really just a waiting game regardless? Also, I noticed my 570 appeared without a 971 code initially, similar to what Zoe and some others experienced. Based on the patterns shared here, should I expect to see additional codes appear in the coming days, or do some cases resolve without ever showing a 971? Thanks again for creating such a supportive environment for navigating these stressful IRS situations!

As a newcomer to this community, I'm incredibly grateful to have found such a comprehensive discussion about the 570 code! I just discovered this code on my transcript dated April 1st, and like many others here, I was initially quite anxious about what it meant. Reading through everyone's experiences has been so reassuring - from Ryan's professional perspective about 70% of cases resolving automatically, to the detailed timelines shared by Katherine, Joshua, and others. It's really helpful to see the variety of situations and outcomes, especially knowing that most resolve within 2-4 weeks without any taxpayer action required. I'm particularly curious about the seasonal timing aspect - has anyone noticed if 570 codes that appear later in the filing season (like mine in early April) tend to process differently than those from earlier in the year? My refund amount is moderate ($2,650) and I don't have any unusual circumstances on my return, so I'm hoping it's just a routine review. Also, I notice there's no 971 code on my transcript yet, similar to what several others mentioned initially experiencing. Based on the patterns shared here, I'm planning to check my transcript weekly rather than daily to avoid the anxiety that Benjamin mentioned about checking too frequently. Thank you all for creating such a supportive space to navigate these stressful IRS situations. This thread has been incredibly educational and comforting!

As someone completely new to dealing with IRS codes, I just wanted to say thank you to everyone who has shared their experiences here! I discovered a 570 code on my transcript this morning (April 3rd) and was honestly pretty panicked until I found this thread. Reading through all the detailed experiences - especially Ryan's professional insights about the 70% automatic resolution rate and the specific timelines that Katherine and others have shared - has been incredibly reassuring. It's amazing how much more manageable this feels when you understand what's actually happening and see that so many others have gone through the same thing successfully. My situation seems pretty typical - standard W-2 return with EITC, refund amount of $1,923, no unusual circumstances. No 971 code showing yet, but based on what I've read here, that might appear in the coming days or might not be necessary at all. I'm planning to follow Benjamin's advice about checking weekly rather than daily to manage my anxiety. This community has already been such a valuable resource for understanding these processes. Thank you all for taking the time to share your knowledge and experiences - it really makes a difference for those of us going through this for the first time!