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Nate1974
Level 2
Apr 24, 2022 12:45 PM UTC
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Code 971

I got a code 971 Amended return or claim forwarded for processing 

 

does anyone know if this means my return is moving forward ? Anyone have any time line info based on their personal experience?

 

thx!!

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    SweetieJeanAlumni - Champ
    Alumni - Champ
    Apr 24, 2022 12:53 PM UTC

    Code 971 is a miscellaneous catchall code.

     

    Per the IRS:

    It’s taking us more than 20 weeks (instead of up to 16 weeks) to process amended returns. Do not file a second tax return or call the IRS.

    Where's My Amended Return? | Internal Revenue Service (irs.gov)

    Nate1974Author
    Level 2
    Apr 24, 2022 1:10 PM UTC

    Thx!

     

    since it specifically said “ forwarded for processing “ I thought It may be different 

     

    ok, thx

    Zondal18
    Level 2
    Sep 27, 2022 6:41 AM UTC

    Hello,

    I also got these codes for my 2019 and 2020 ammended return, did it resolved or got in refund for you. I have huge refund but I'm worried what happens next

    Woodstegan
    Level 2
    Apr 26, 2023 3:30 PM UTC

    I’m in the same boat. Did it ever happen for you? Have a big refund forming my way and got the code on my transcriptz

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