Why did my cycle code change from 05 to 02? What does this mean for my refund?
I've always been cycle 05 for years. Just checked my transcripts and now I'm showing cycle 02. Anyone know what this means? Will this delay my refund? I'm on PATH if that matters.
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Harmony Love
The cycle code change from 05 to 02 typically indicates your return is being processed in a different processing center. This isn't necessarily bad news. PATH returns are usually released starting mid-February, regardless of cycle code. Keep monitoring your transcripts for updates.
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McKenzie Shade
•Thanks for explaining! Do you know if this means I'll get my refund faster or slower? ðŸ˜
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Harmony Love
•It really doesn't impact timing. PATH holds are PATH holds, regardless of cycle code.
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Rudy Cenizo
Hey, instead of trying to decode these cycle numbers yourself, you should try taxr.ai - it's this new tool that analyzes your transcript and tells you exactly what's going on and when to expect your refund. Its only $1 and way better than playing detective with these codes lol. https://taxr.ai
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Natalie Khan
•Does it actually work? Sounds too good to be true
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Rudy Cenizo
•100% works! It showed me exactly why my refund was delayed and when it would hit my account - was spot on!
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Natalie Khan
•just tried it and WOW 🤯 wish I knew about this months ago!
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Daryl Bright
Same boat! Was 05 forever and switched to 02 last week. This whole process is nerve wracking fr fr
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Sienna Gomez
my sister works for irs she says cycle codes dont matter its all about PATH release date which is feb 15
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Kirsuktow DarkBlade
•Feb 15th cant come soon enough 😩
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Abigail bergen
The IRS systems are such a mess rn. They really need to get it together 🤡
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Ahooker-Equator
•fr fr its like they using windows 95 or sumthing 💀
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Anderson Prospero
For the MILLIONTH time ppl - cycle codes dont mean anything for PATH. Just wait till mid feb like the rest of us 🙄
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