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New Member
posted Feb 18, 2023 3:45:29 AM

My refund status tells me take action 151 what does this mean?

What does code 151 mean on the irs refund status??

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Level 15
Feb 18, 2023 4:53:50 AM

Code 151 means IRS is reviewing your return.  There is nothing you need to do right now.  IRS will send you a letter of explanation in approximately 4 weeks. The letter will provide details of the reason for the review and give instructions about what you need to do next.  Sometimes it is just a matter of providing some additional information. 

New Member
Feb 20, 2023 11:11:25 PM

Is there anyway I can find out what it is or fix it online before I get the letter to try an speed up the process 

Level 15
Feb 21, 2023 6:29:33 AM

Not really ... if you log into the IRS online account you may be able to see what was mailed out if anything was already issued ...  https://www.irs.gov/payments/your-online-account