What Does Code 570 Mean on My Tax Transcript?

Code 570 means 'additional account action pending' on your transcript. I saw this exact same code on March 15th when I checked mine. It usually indicates the IRS is reviewing something specific on your return and has temporarily frozen your refund. You need to check if there's also a 971 code which typically follows within 7-14 days! This is time-sensitive because if you don't see movement by April 30th, you'll need to take action immediately!

How long have you had the 570 code exactly? Mine appeared exactly 22 days after filing and stayed for 18 days before resolving. Does your transcript show any dollar amounts next to the 570? The specific amount can indicate if it's a full or partial hold.

Code 570 indicates a temporary hold on your account per IRM 21.5.6.4.35.1. I understand how frustrating this is. According to current IRS processing guidelines, this can happen for multiple reasons: math error, income verification, or credit verification. Check if you have a 971 code as well - that means a notice has been generated explaining the specific issue. Most 570 holds resolve within 21 days without any action needed from you.

570 code is the IRS's way of saying "we're taking a coffee break with your money" 😂 I had this for over a month and kept calling the regular IRS number only to be disconnected after waiting for hours. Finally used Claimyr.com (https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c) and got through to an agent who explained my 570 was just because they were verifying my W2 with my employer. Nothing I did wrong! The agent released the hold while I was on the phone and I got my refund the next week. Sometimes you just need to talk to a human!

Code 570 is an Administrative Freeze that can be triggered by multiple factors in the Integrated Automated Technologies (IAT) system. While calling can sometimes help, many 570 codes resolve automatically through systemic processing. The IRS phone system is designed to prioritize certain issues, and a recent 570 code may not qualify for expedited assistance. I'd recommend waiting at least 21 days from the code date before attempting contact.

I had the exact same issue last tax season! My 570 appeared in March 2023 and I panicked because I needed that money for a medical bill. Everyone told me to just wait, but calling actually worked for me too. The thing about 570 codes is they can mean completely different things for different returns. For my sister, it was just verification and resolved itself. For me, it was a simple mismatch they fixed in minutes once I actually reached someone. Persistence is key with the IRS.

Another option is checking your transcript for cycle dates and TC 150 codes. The cycle ending digit indicates your processing day. TC 570 with TC 971 usually means a notice was issued. I had my 570 removed after verifying identity through ID.me on the IRS portal. Check WMR daily - when your bars return after disappearing, that's a good sign processing has resumed.