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.

Code 570 can be nerve-wracking, but try not to panic! I went through this exact situation last year. The key thing to remember is that 570 is just a temporary hold - it doesn't mean your refund is gone or that you did anything wrong. Mine appeared about 3 weeks after filing and lasted exactly 16 days before automatically releasing. During that time, I obsessively checked my transcript daily (not recommended for your sanity!). The most important thing is to look for any accompanying codes like 971 or 977, which will give you more specific information about why the hold was placed. If you don't see any movement after 21 days from when the 570 first appeared, that's when I'd consider calling. But honestly, most of these resolve on their own without any action needed from you.

I'm dealing with code 570 right now too and it's so stressful! Filed my return on February 12th and the code appeared on my transcript about 10 days ago. What's really confusing me is that I don't see any 971 code yet - just the 570. Should I be worried that there's no 971 code showing up? Also, when you all say "check daily" - is there a specific time of day the IRS updates transcripts? I've been checking randomly throughout the day and driving myself crazy. Really hoping this resolves soon because I was counting on that refund for some home repairs.

I'm going through the same thing right now and it's really nerve-wracking! I filed my return on February 28th and just noticed the 570 code appeared on my transcript yesterday. Reading through all these responses is actually making me feel a bit better - it sounds like most people's situations resolved within a few weeks without having to do anything. I'm curious though - for those of you who had the 570 code resolve automatically, did you get any kind of notification when it was lifted? Or did you just have to keep checking your transcript until it disappeared? Also, is it normal for the "Where's My Refund" tool to still show processing while you have a 570 code? Mine just says "still processing" with no bars, which is making me wonder if that's related to the hold. Thanks for sharing all your experiences - it's really helpful to know I'm not alone in dealing with this!

I'm dealing with this exact same situation right now! Filed on February 15th and just saw the 570 code appear on my transcript three days ago. Reading everyone's experiences here is honestly such a relief - I was starting to panic thinking I did something wrong on my return. It's really helpful to see that most people's 570 codes resolved within 2-3 weeks automatically. I'm definitely going to try to resist the urge to check my transcript every single day (easier said than done!). For anyone else going through this - it sounds like patience is really the key here, even though the waiting is incredibly stressful when you're counting on that refund. Thanks to everyone who shared their timelines and experiences!

I'm completely new to dealing with tax transcripts and just discovered I have a 570 code too! Filed my return on February 22nd and the code showed up about a week ago. Reading through all these experiences has been incredibly reassuring - I had no idea this was so common! It sounds like most people's situations resolved within 2-3 weeks without needing to take any action, which is such a relief. I was worried I'd made some major error on my return. Quick question for those who've been through this - did anyone's "Where's My Refund" tool change at all while you had the 570 code, or did it just stay on "still processing" the entire time until it resolved? Also, when it did resolve, did your refund come pretty quickly after the code disappeared? Thanks so much to everyone sharing their experiences - this community is amazing for helping newcomers like me understand what's going on!

I'm also completely new to understanding tax transcripts and just found out I have a 570 code! Filed on February 20th and noticed the code appeared on my transcript just two days ago. This thread has been such a lifesaver - I was honestly panicking thinking I'd made some huge mistake on my return. It's incredibly reassuring to read that this is actually pretty common and that most people's codes resolve automatically within a few weeks without any action needed. I keep wanting to call the IRS immediately, but based on everyone's experiences here, it sounds like patience really is the best approach (even though the waiting is torture when you're counting on that refund!). For those of you who had your 570 codes resolve - did you notice any pattern in terms of what day of the week your transcript updated? I've been checking randomly but wondering if there's a better strategy. Thanks so much to everyone for sharing their experiences - this community is amazing for helping us newcomers navigate this confusing process!