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Level 1
March 20, 2026
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Help anyone pending after 48 hours?

  • March 20, 2026
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I've called ive gone on chat all they keep saying 24 to 48. Im getting worried

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Level 11
March 20, 2026

@isabelwa  No need to worry. It is the busy time and delays often happen.

A "pending" status in TurboTax means your e-filed return has been sent but not yet accepted or rejected by the IRS or state agency. This usually lasts 24–48 hours, but can take longer during high-volume periods or early in the season. The agency is awaiting processing or conducting a security review. 

Do NOT attempt to refile or amend while this process is happening.

Make sure to CHECK YOUR EMAIL to ensure you received no notifications .

If this persists for a week, make sure to contact support.  It normally will not but, in case.

 

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