Pending with IRS for more than 3 days

[krn3]

I e-filed my taxes on 4/6/2025. Its been 3 days, but I have not received any confirmation whether they are accepted or rejected by irs. Status on the turbotax is pending with irs, I called turbotax they said return has been sent to irs. I can't find any record on IRS or state site either. Usually, tax returns are accepted within few hours. Anyone in same situation?

[CatinaT1]

There could be a couple of reasons why you might be experiencing a delay:

1. First, the status might be pending for security reasons. This may be a sign that someone is trying to use your identity to file a tax return. This can take up to 72 hours, after which your return will then be forwarded to the IRS, or if applicable, rejected. If rejected, you can then correct the rejection issue and resubmit. Please see this FAQ for reference.

2. Secondly, there could be a delay if your return has various refundable credits, such as the Earned Income Credit, Investment Credit, Energy Credits, or Business Credits. You may need to wait a few more days and check your filing status again. Please see this FAQ for additional information.

Note: Both instances may be applicable. That is, you could have a hold for security reasons first. And additionally for verification of the refundable credits in your return. In this case, delays might extend beyond 72 hours.

[krn3]

Hi,

2nd situation doesn't apply to me, I dont have any various refundable credits. Who can verify hold up is because of 1st reason? Can IRS or Turbotax confirm this?

Thanks.

[CatinaT1]

I would wait until later today. I know it's been 3 days but has it been 72 hours? I would wait until the 72 hour mark before doing anything.

[krn3]

It's officially been more than 72 hours since the submission. But still no update whether it is accepted or rejected. I called TurboTax, I did not get any response why the delay and what should I do.