On February 15 there was a hold put on my taxes that states my taxes are being delayed for review.. what does this mean? It gave me a number to call with the code 1541. When I called all they told me

[PatriciaR]

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[sammy_2109]

Yes. I did call and they tell me all I can do is wait. That all they can tell me is my taxes are being held for a review and I should have gotten something in the mail that tells me how long I will have to wait. And if I don’t receive anything or my taxes by April 2nd to call back and they will look again. No one can tell me why my taxes are being reviewed. Don’t feel like I’m getting any answers when I call.

[PatriciaR]

Did you not receive anything in the mail explaining the delay?  The IRS does random reviews of some tax returns and yours may have been one that was chosen for a review.  If you did not receive anything in the mail, please call them back and tell them to resend.  Their notification will give you more details about the delay.

[sammy_2109]

No I didn’t. I called today and they just told me to wait the 45 days and to call back if I dot get them by then. I’m just aggravated feeling like I’m getting no answers from the irs.

[PatriciaR]

I definitely understand. And unfortunately, the IRS doesn't tell TurboTax anything more than they tell you.  Rest assured if we had information for you, we would contact you.

[sammy_2109]

Thanks!

[PatriciaR]

You are very welcome.   And I do hope you receive answers or your refund soon!

[sammy_2109]

Me too!! Have a great night!

[PatriciaR · Accepted solution]

Code 1541 is an an internal code that the IRS uses to identify returns that have been "Delayed". The doesn't mean there is something wrong with your return, it could simply be that the IRS has an overflow of returns at this time and is behind schedule on issuing refunds. There are different reasons accounting for the 1541 reference number.  

 You can also contact the IRS directly at 1-800-829-1040 and mention the reference code 1541 if it has been 21 days or more since you submitted your return.